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HOW TO

ORGANIZE A GALLERY WALL

– Living Room – Hallways – Bedroom – Staircase – Home Office – Entryway/Foyer – Kitchen/Dining Room

WHERE TO PUT A GALLERY WALL?

– Artwork – Family Photos – Mirrors – Decorative Items – Typography Prints – Eclectic Mix – Shadowboxes – Personal, Meaningful Pieces

WHAT TO HANG ON A GALLERY WALL

– Nails or Picture Hooks – Command Strips or Adhesive Hooks – Wall Anchors for Heavy Items – Measuring Tape – Level – Hammer or Drill – Pencil for Marking – Painter’s Tape for Layout Planning

WHAT YOU NEED:

Creating a gallery wall is a wonderful way to showcase your favorite art, photos, and decor while adding personality and style to any room.

HOW TO ORGANIZE A GALLERY WALL

Decide which wall you want to use, considering the space, lighting, and purpose of the gallery.

STEP 1: CHOOSE YOUR WALL

Pick a mix of artwork, photos, and decor that reflects your style and complements the room.

STEP 2: SELECT YOUR PIECES

Before hanging anything, lay out your pieces on the floor to visualize the arrangement.

STEP 3: PLAN YOUR LAYOUT

Use a measuring tape and pencil to map out your layout on the wall.

STEP 4: MEASURE AND MARK

Make sure all frames and hanging materials are clean, secure, and ready to go.

STEP 5: PREPARE YOUR FRAMES

Begin by hanging the largest or most central piece of your gallery.

STEP 6: HANG THE CENTERPIECE FIRST

Work outward from the centerpiece, placing each item according to your planned layout.

STEP 7: ADD SURROUNDING PIECES

Once everything is hung, step back and evaluate your gallery wall.

STEP 8: STEP BACK AND ASSESS