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Two-thirds to three-quarters of the couch's width, so about 55–65 inches for an 84-inch couch, whether a single piece or a grouping. Hang the bottom edge 8–10 inches above the couch back so art and furniture read together. Art that's too small is the most common mistake; a pair or a grid can fill the width instead.

Center a piece or grouping about 57–60 inches from the floor, the standard most galleries use. Over furniture, the gap matters more, so keep 8–10 inches between the furniture and the frame. In rooms where you mostly sit, such as a dining room, hang art slightly lower. Use painter's tape to test placement first.

Lay frames out on the floor first, or tape paper templates to the wall to test the layout. Keep 2–3 inches between frames, anchor the arrangement with the largest piece and repeat one frame color or mat for cohesion. Working from the center outward keeps the grouping balanced. Keep spacing consistent throughout.

Prints are affordable and easy to frame or swap. Canvas suits oversized pieces without framing costs. Originals and limited editions cost more but are one of a kind and can hold their value. Many rooms work best with a mix: one larger original or statement piece supported by framed prints.

A mat, the border inside the frame, gives a print breathing room and a finished, gallery look, especially for smaller works. Allow a frame 2–4 inches larger than the print on each side when using a mat. Acid-free mat board protects artwork from discoloring over time. Wide mats suit minimalist rooms especially well.

Framed prints typically run about $50–$250, large canvases and limited editions $500–$3,000, and original paintings far more. Put most of the budget into the piece that anchors the room, usually above the sofa, bed or fireplace, and build around it with more affordable prints. Factor framing costs into your budget, since custom framing can rival the cost of the print itself.

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