Framed pictures are a common decorative accessory. DIY Decorating & Design host Nancy Golden shows how easy it is to create pleasing picture arrangements. Artwork and photographs may be hung on a wall symmetrically or asymmetrically. A symmetrical grouping, with pieces hung equidistant from and level with each other, gives a more formal look (figure A). This sort of grouping works well with same-size pictures that have similar frames and subject matter. Asymmetrical groupings are more common, with many shapes, sizes and types of pictures hung together at various heights. Kraft-paper cutouts that match the size and shape of individual pieces of artwork make it easy to determine your picture arrangement. Tape the pieces of Kraft paper to the wall, trying out different arrangements until you find one that pleases you (figure B). Individual pictures should be hung on a wall about 5' 3" from the floor, or eye level for the average person. Over a sofa, place artwork so it's just a few inches below the tallest head, about 18" above the crest of the sofa. Use a strip of wood or a ruler with a nail at the end to help determine the placement of picture hangers on the wall. Hang the picture from the nail on the ruler, and hold it in position against the wall (figure C). Remove the picture from the nail, keeping the ruler in place against the wall. Use a hammer to lightly tap the nail into the wall to mark the position of the nail or picture hanger (figure D).
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