A few useful tips for choosing wall art for your interiors

Throughout history, people have loved decorating their spaces with art. Whether it’s hanging beautiful paintings or adding creative touches to walls, this tradition goes back to our earliest days on Earth.
Today, our tastes may have evolved slightly from cave drawings, but the emotional impact of art remains as powerful as ever. Art evokes feelings and enhances the ambience of any space – and it’s a great conversation starter for your guests. If you’re in search of the perfect art pieces for your space, whether it’s a statement piece or a collection for a gallery wall, here are some valuable tips to consider before making a purchase. Let’s get into it!

Get to know your space

This might sound like a given, but how well do you know your space? You may know roughly where you’d like your art to be, but do you know the dimensions of that wall or mantel? The last thing you want is to buy a piece you absolutely adore, bring it home, and hang it up, only for it to be engulfed by space or completely dwarf it.

Another tip is to consider the frames. If you have something specific in mind and you’re ordering a print without a frame, the frame will most likely add an extra couple of inches to the piece itself, so it’s best to account for that when you’re taking your measurements. If you’re hunting for your pieces in person, take a small measuring tape you can fit in your pocket with you, and you’ll have no doubts as you leave the art gallery that the piece you’ve picked will look stunning in situ.

Consider the palette of your space

Now you’ve got the measurements down to a tee, it’s time to start getting into the creative stuff: colour palettes. No matter what art style you like, colour theory is going to come into play when it comes to picking the perfect pieces. You could choose to pick something that looks like the colour of your walls or even the colour of your fitted sofa covers, floors, or furniture. Still, it’s always best to choose colours from your existing interior setup so they blend seamlessly into your space. Maybe you have an accent colour in your space you’re looking to tie in; either way, it’s best to go looking for your art with a colour palette in mind so it blends into your home seamlessly!

Choose an art style

Let your home’s style guide you when you pick your art—whether it’s modern, traditional, or eclectic. You should also select pieces that really resonate with you, whether they’re abstract, contemporary, or classic; after all, you’re going to be looking at them every day, and they will make your space feel more meaningful.

Consider the role of your room, too – a bold statement piece can be a real conversation starter in the living room, while soothing art in the bedroom sets a relaxing tone and can help you wind down at the end of a long day. When you select art that fits your home’s style, your taste, and the function of the room, it’ll create a cohesive and visually appealing atmosphere that truly feels like home!

These are just a few helpful tips to help you get started, not rules that must be followed. Ultimately, the choice is up to you, and if you find the perfect piece that you absolutely adore, you should absolutely bring it home with you – even if it doesn’t match the colour of your home, it’s easily remedied.

With our easy-to-use fitted sofa covers, you can effortlessly tie in your perfect painting, no matter its colour-green, blue, red, orange, or any other shade. If you’re having trouble making a decision or you’re looking for something in particular, don’t hesitate to let one of us know. You can get in touch using the contact form on our website; we’re always happy to hear from you!