Where to Display Art Prints in Your Home
By Frog & Toad Press | Published: 2026-10-21
Category: Product Reviews
Learn the best spots to hang art prints for maximum impact, from entryways to home offices, with practical placement tips.
Quick answer
The best spots for art prints are entryways, living room walls, home offices, and bedrooms—places where you can create a focal point without competing with clutter.
Why placement matters more than the frame
Where you hang an art print changes how it feels. A bold message piece like the "In This House Art Print" lands differently in a formal dining room than in a casual hallway. The same print can feel confrontational in one spot and welcoming in another. Think about the room's purpose and foot traffic before you pick a wall.
The trade-off between visibility and distraction
High-traffic areas like living rooms and entryways are great for starting conversations, but they also have more visual noise—furniture, decor, TV screens. A busy wall can overwhelm a print. Conversely, a quiet spot like a reading nook gives the print attention but fewer people see it. Choose based on whether you want the print to spark dialogue or provide a personal moment.
How to choose the perfect spot for your art print
- Start with the entryway: Hang a print at eye level on the wall opposite the front door. This is the first thing guests see and sets the tone for your home. Avoid placing it behind a coat rack or umbrella stand. If the wall is narrow, choose a print that is taller than it is wide to fill the vertical space.
- Create a focal point in the living room: Select a wall that is not already dominated by a TV or large window. Center the print at 57–60 inches from the floor to the center of the piece. Leave 6–8 inches of space between the bottom of the print and the top of your sofa or console table. A common mistake is hanging the print too high. Use the 57-inch rule to keep it at natural eye level.
- Add personality to the home office: Place the print on the wall you face while sitting at your desk, not behind your monitor. This gives you a break from screen time and a conversation starter for video calls. Avoid direct sunlight that can fade the paper over time. If your desk is against a window, hang the print on an adjacent wall to avoid glare and fading.
- Keep the bedroom calm: Hang the print above the headboard or on the wall opposite the bed. Avoid placing it where it reflects light from a bedside lamp or window. A single large print works better than a cluster in a small room. Make sure the print is securely anchored—falling art is both a safety hazard and a distraction.
Product spotlight
- In This House Art Print: Printed in-house on 192gsm bright white paper with a matte finish, 11" x 17", packaged in a hard plastic sleeve. The matte finish reduces glare, making this print suitable for brightly lit entryways or rooms with direct sunlight.
In This House Art Print
