Gallery walls are one of the most powerful ways to transform a room. They turn blank walls into curated spaces full of personality, colour, and texture. Whether you’re decorating a living room, bedroom, or hallway, a gallery wall can make your interior feel polished and intentional.
Here’s how to create a gallery wall that feels effortless, cohesive, and uniquely yours.
Choose Your Art & Theme
Start by considering the story your wall will tell. Gallery walls work best when there’s a theme or common thread:
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Colour Palette: Stick to 2–3 complementary tones to unify different pieces.
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Subject Matter: Consider botanical prints, abstract shapes, travel photos, or minimalist line drawings.
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Material & Texture: Our plywood prints automatically add natural texture and warmth, helping different framed pieces feel cohesive.
Pro tip: Don’t be afraid to mix sizes and shapes. A combination of small, medium, and large prints creates a dynamic, layered effect.
Decide on the Layout
There are several ways to arrange your gallery wall:
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Grid Layout: Structured and clean, with pieces lined up neatly. Ideal for minimalistic or modern interiors.
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Salon Style: An eclectic, asymmetrical arrangement for a more casual, artistic vibe.
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Linear Row: Perfect for narrow walls or above furniture such as sofas and console tables.
Tip: Lay your art out on the floor first to experiment with spacing before committing to the wall.
Grid - framebridge.co.uk
Salon - washingtonpost.com
Linear - ckanani.com
Spacing & Placement
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Keep consistent spacing - generally 5-10cm between pieces.
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Eye level is usually the most comfortable, but for walls with multiple pieces, the centre of your arrangement should align roughly with eye level.
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Consider the furniture below: Your gallery wall should complement rather than compete with sofas, beds, or consoles.
Mix & Match Frames and Mediums
One of the joys of a gallery wall is mixing textures, materials, and mediums:
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Combine our plywood prints with canvases and/or framed pieces. Due to our wood texture, they automatically complement any wooden frames you choose.
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Try sourcing frames from charity shops - you're guaranteed to find something unique!
Personalise Your Gallery Wall
Finally, don’t forget the personal touches. Include family photos, travel souvenirs, your own illustrations or heirlooms.
Here's Some Inspiration
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