Planning a picture wall – a simple trick
A gallery wall brings personality to your home. It can be minimalist, creative, or completely unique. But the question often arises: How do you plan a gallery wall correctly?
Planning a picture wall – How to do it step by step
With our simple trick, you can find the perfect arrangement before you even make the first holes in the wall!
Particularly practical: WithJAMU picture frames, you can rearrange your picture wall at any time, as they can be hung and rotated directly on the wall. This saves time and ensures maximum flexibility. It's important to plan the distance between the frames so that they can be rotated smoothly without bumping into each other.
Choosing picture frames and determining sizes: Consider which pictures you want to hang. Combine different sizes to create an exciting dynamic. A mix of portrait and landscape formats creates an interesting overall look.
Trick: If you are unsure, try out different arrangements on the floor first.
Cutting newspaper and testing the position One trick for hanging pictures is to use newspaper.
- Cut the newspaper to the size of your picture frames.
- Glue the cut pages to the wall with masking tape.
- Move the pieces of paper until you find the perfect arrangement.
Particularly practical:JAMU picture frames include a drilling template with the drill holes marked. You can also use this to test the correct position before drilling holes in the wall.
→ Watch the video to see how we did it:
Mark holes and determine drilling position Once you have found the perfect arrangement, it's time to mark the holes.
- the frame suspension onto the newspaper or use our drilling template.
- Make a mark exactly where you want the nail or screw to go.
Tip: To create a harmonious overall picture, keep an even distance between the pictures – usually 5-10 cm is ideal.
Screw in & hang pictures
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Remove the pieces of newspaper or the drilling template from the wall one by one.
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Drill the holes at the marked locations.
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Hang the pictures and check the alignment.
How high should you hang pictures?
The optimal height for pictures is at eye level.
Conclusion
With the newspaper method, you can easily plan your picture wall and find the perfect position without making unnecessary holes in the wall.
Especially with JAMU picture frames, your wall remains flexible at all times, as the frames can be easily rotated or rearranged – without much effort.
👉 Whether you prefer a symmetrical or free-standing picture hanging scheme – with this method you are guaranteed to succeed!
Have fun planning your picture wall!
