Top 5 Mistakes People Make Hanging Art at Home

Top 5 Mistakes People Make Hanging Art at Home

Hanging artwork may seem straightforward, but many people unknowingly make critical mistakes that can spoil the look of their space or even damage their walls. Here are the top five missteps I regularly see and how to avoid them.

1. Hanging too high or too low
Most people instinctively hang pieces too high, creating a sense of imbalance or disconnection from the room. The ideal height is to position the artwork so that the center sits around 145 centimeters from the floor. This is roughly eye level and works well for most settings.

2. Choosing the wrong hardware
Using adhesive strips, nails, or screws not suited to your wall type or artwork weight is a common error. Heavy framed pieces, mirrors, and grouped layouts require secure fixings like wall anchors, toggle bolts, or masonry plugs, depending on the wall surface.

3. Poor measuring
Guesswork often results in crooked lines and misaligned clusters. Even for single frames, accurate measuring and marking can mean the difference between amateur and professional. A laser level or spirit level can be a game changer.

4. Bad gallery wall layouts
Spacing and alignment are everything. Too much gap between pieces or inconsistent height can throw off the balance. Plan your layout on the floor first or use painter’s tape to visualise before committing to drill holes.

5. Ignoring wall types
Mounting into plaster, brick, or concrete requires different techniques. Not adapting to the surface risks wall damage or falling artwork. Always choose the right anchors for the surface and weight involved.

Avoid these mistakes and your wall decor will enhance your room beautifully. Or leave it to a professional.
I ensure your art is hung perfectly, cleanly, and securely the first time.