The rule is to hang the picture 6-12 inches above the sofa, chair, or table. So, the bottom of the frame is 6-12 inches from the top of the sofa, chair, or table.





(These pictures are hung to follow the curve of the headboard.)

• To find the proper height for a grouping:

• Keep at least one edge of the grouping in a straight line. Example: vertical, horizontal, or center.
•  If you’re hanging a grouping of pictures, space them a frames width apart.

(This grouping is 57 inches from the center of the grouping; hung vertically because the wall is tall and narrow.)
 

• Use the proper size picture for the size of the wall. If you have a large wall, don’t put a small picture on it. Instead, use a larger picture or have a large grouping that fills the wall.
• Use vertical pictures on narrow walls and vise-versa.
• Don’t be afraid to over-lap a lamp in-front of your pictures.
• Don’t be afraid to adjust the rules to work around obstacles.

(Example: Tall narrow wall with vertical pictures to fill space; adjusted to fit above light switches; lamp over-laps pictures)
 

(These pictures were adjusted because of the light switch and they are an appropriate size.)

These pictures were taken at my parents house. Everything I have learned about decorating I have learned from my mom. She is certified in re-design but she has also always had an "eye" for good design. I have been able to accompany her on her re-designs. 

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