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Wall Art Size + Placement Calculator
Enter your furniture or wall width and get a recommended artwork size, framed dimensions, and the exact height to hang it — in seconds.
How it works
Enter your furniture width
Measure the sofa, bed, console, or wall in inches or centimetres.
Choose your art format
Pick orientation and artwork type — single piece, diptych, triptych, or gallery set.
Get your recommendation
The calculator outputs inner and framed sizes, hanging height, and nail position.
Common art sizes at a glance
Inner image dimensions (before frame and mat) for the most popular furniture widths. Use the calculator above for your exact framed size and nail height.
| Furniture | Width | Art width range | Ideal width | Calculate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sofa | 60 in | 36–45 in | 40 in | Try it → |
| Sofa | 72 in | 43–54 in | 48 in | Try it → |
| Sofa | 84 in | 51–63 in | 56 in | Try it → |
| Sofa | 96 in | 58–72 in | 64 in | Try it → |
| Queen bed | 60 in | 36–45 in | 40 in | Try it → |
| King bed | 76 in | 46–57 in | 51 in | Try it → |
| Console | 48 in | 29–34 in | 31 in | Try it → |
| Console | 60 in | 36–42 in | 39 in | Try it → |
Frequently asked questions
How big should wall art be above a sofa?▾
A common rule is 60–75% of the sofa's width. For an 84-inch sofa, that's roughly 51–63 inches wide (ideal: 56 inches). Use the calculator above for a precise recommendation based on your sofa width and frame size.
What is the standard height to hang wall art?▾
The widely used standard is to hang artwork so its centre sits 57–60 inches from the floor, which corresponds to average eye level. Above furniture, aim for a 6–12 inch gap between the top of the furniture and the bottom of the frame.
What size art goes above an 84-inch sofa?▾
For an 84-inch sofa, the recommended artwork width is 51–63 inches (60–75% of sofa width), with an ideal single piece around 56 inches wide. Enter 84 in the calculator to get the exact framed dimensions and nail height.
What size wall art for a queen bed?▾
A standard queen bed is 60 inches wide. Following the 60–75% rule, a single piece should be 36–45 inches wide (ideal: 40 inches). For a triptych, three panels of roughly 12 inches each works well. Enter your exact headboard width in the calculator for a tailored result.
How do I calculate the size for a diptych or triptych?▾
For a two- or three-panel arrangement, the total group width (including gaps between panels) should still follow the 60–75% rule. Use the artwork type selector in the calculator to get individual panel dimensions automatically.
Does frame width change the recommended artwork size?▾
Yes. The calculator outputs both the inner artwork size (the image itself) and the outer framed size including mat and frame. Always check the outer size fits your wall and follows the proportion rule.
How high should I hang art above a console table?▾
Leave 6–10 inches between the top of the console and the bottom of the frame. Enter your console height in the calculator to get an exact nail position.
What size art looks good above a king bed?▾
A king bed is typically 76 inches wide. Following the 60–75% rule, that's 46–57 inches wide (ideal: 51 inches) for a single piece, or a triptych of three panels with gaps. Enter your exact bed width in the calculator for a tailored recommendation.
Can I use this calculator for a gallery wall?▾
The calculator handles single pieces and simple multi-panel sets (diptych, triptych, 2×2 gallery). For complex gallery wall arrangements with many frames, use the WallMockup editor to arrange and scale multiple pieces visually.
How do I try the recommended size in a wall mockup?▾
Click "Try in WallMockup" after calculating. The link opens the WallMockup editor where you can upload your art and preview it at the recommended size on a real wall scene.
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