| Tips For Hanging Your Artwork
- Avoid long periods of direct exposure to sunlight, as the image may fade over time. A bright room is fine but try not to hang the artwork where the sun will fall directly on the piece.
- Reduce exposure to extreme heat or humidity. Periodically, you may notice some rippling of the paper due to atmospheric or seasonal changes. This is normal and should correct itself after humidity levels stabilize.
- When hanging the artwork above a couch, it is suggested to position the artwork 8-10 inches above the furniture. People frequently hang these artworks too high. Expert recommendation is to place the artwork just lower than center between the ceiling and the top of the couch, providing the ceiling is 8 feet. Our suggestion is to hang the artwork 8-10 inches above the couch regardless of the ceiling height.
- It is suggested that artworks hung alone, away from any furniture or other artworks, be hung at eye level, or centered slightly below eye level on very large works.
- ARTinaClick.com will attach the proper hanging hardware to your artwork prior to shipping the artwork. We will include the suggested wall hardware for your use. We do not recommend the use of any other hardware but should you need to use additional hardware, please exercise good judgment when selecting it (i.e., big heavy hooks for big heavy artworks).
- ARTinaClick.com does not provide nor do we recommend the use of picture wire for hanging your artwork. There are several problems related to this practice. The picture tends to tilt, the picture never hangs flat to the wall and the use of picture wire creates excessive strain on the mitered corners of the moulding. You will find two wall hangers attached to your artwork, and easy-to-follow instructions for hanging your new artwork. It is suggested that you position the wall hooks at an equal distance from the ceiling in your home, unless you have a clearly angled ceiling. The use of a carpenter's level is recommended to determine that the artwork is hung level. Some people have found it helpful to have someone hold the piece against the wall for them while they decide the placement; then mark the wall with a pencil where one hook will go, or press lightly against the artwork creating a slight impression on the wall and affix the remaining hook there. Have your friend place one end of the art on the hook and hold it level while you use the actual level to determine the position. Repeat the process with pencil (or the impression) described before and place the second hook.
- Creation of wall groups can be a fun and interesting way to decorate a home. This can be done with pieces of all sizes and subjects. You might want to try arranging the positioning of the artworks on the floor before actually putting hooks in the wall. This allows you unlimited freedom and ease in trying out different arrangements. Feel free to mix styles. There are no rules!!
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