Wedding Cake House Print: How to Style a Tirocchi Art Print

By Frog & Toad Press | Published: 2026-11-02

Category: Tips & Care

A step-by-step guide to styling and caring for your Kendrick-Prentice Tirocchi 'Wedding Cake' house print, from choosing a spot to framing and long-term display.

Quick answer

Display your Tirocchi 'Wedding Cake' house print where it gets soft, indirect light and pair it with a simple frame that lets the architecture speak. Handle the print by its edges, keep it out of humid rooms, and dust gently with a dry cloth.

Why this print works as a small-format architectural portrait

At 5"x7", the Tirocchi house print is small enough to tuck into a bookshelf, a gallery wall, or a narrow wall segment where larger art would overwhelm. Its three-color screen print on light grey paper gives it a graphic, slightly muted look that suits both modern and traditional rooms.

The subject—a quirky Providence building with a distinctive roofline—makes it a natural conversation piece. Because it's a house portrait, it can read as a local-history nod or simply as an architectural study, depending on how you frame it.

The trade-off between protection and visibility

A glass or acrylic frame protects the print from dust and fingerprints, but it also adds glare and weight. If you choose glazing, consider anti-reflective glass for rooms with strong light. If you prefer no glass, be prepared to dust more often and keep the print away from kitchen grease and smoke.

The print arrives sealed in a plastic sleeve with a hardboard backing. That packaging is fine for storage, but it's not a display solution—leaving it in the sleeve long-term can trap moisture and cause waviness.

Steps to style and care for your Tirocchi print

Choose a spot with indirect light: Pick a wall that receives soft, ambient light rather than direct sun. Direct sunlight can fade screen-printed colors over time, even on high-quality paper. Check the spot at different times of day to confirm the sun never hits the print directly.
Unpack and inspect the print: Remove the print from its plastic sleeve and hardboard. Handle it by the edges or wear clean cotton gloves. Check for any shipping damage before framing. Keep the sleeve and hardboard if you might store or transport the print later.
Select a frame that fits the 5"x7" size: Use a standard 5"x7" frame or a larger frame with a mat. A simple black, white, or natural wood frame keeps the focus on the building. Avoid overly ornate frames that compete with the architectural detail. If using a mat, choose an acid-free mat to prevent yellowing of the paper over time.
Frame without pressing the print: Place the print behind glass or acrylic, but don't let it touch the glazing. Use spacers or a mat to create a small air gap. This prevents condensation and sticking. Skip glass altogether if the frame will hang in a humid room like a bathroom.
Hang at eye level or slightly above: For a 5"x7" print, center it at eye level or about 60 inches from the floor. If part of a gallery wall, keep spacing consistent—2 to 3 inches between frames works well. Use a level to avoid a crooked hang; small prints show tilt more obviously.
Dust gently and check seasonally: Dust the frame and glass with a dry microfiber cloth. Every few months, take the print down and check for signs of moisture, warping, or fading. Never spray cleaner directly on the print or glass; spray onto the cloth first.

Product facts

Kendrick-Prentice Tirocchi "Wedding Cake" House Print: 5"x7" three-color screen print on light grey 100# paper, sealed in a plastic sleeve with hardboard. The small size and sturdy paper make it easy to frame without custom matting, but the sleeve should be removed before display to avoid moisture buildup.
Kendrick-Prentice Tirocchi "Wedding Cake" House Print