From the canvas to the wall: with simple ideas to impressive murals

If you want to share works of art, the production of art prints and high -quality fine art prints be an ideal way to convey to someone of your creativity. In this way, your unique pieces can also be given away as wonderful murals.

Regardless of whether it is a large-format canvas or classic poster, numerous online printers offer a wide selection of high-quality products in different styles and materials-from acrylic glass, to aluminum dibonds to wood and magnetic film.

From the canvas to the wall - a modern way of enjoying works of art

Imagine how nice it would be if your favorite works of art would not only hang on canvas, but also as a poster or large -format mural in your home or an apartment of a dear friend.

With printed murals, you have the opportunity to enjoy works of art in a new way and at the same time integrate them seamlessly into your home.

And the best thing about it? So you do not have to separate from the original or can store it well protected in a safe place so as not to risk loss of value. In addition, murals can be printed at an affordable price and customized and customized according to your own ideas.

In the following steps we show you tips and tricks to choose the right material, format, frame and suspension of your murals as well as inspiration and ideas for different living rooms.

Step 1: The right choice of the format for your murals

A mural can add that certain something to any room, but choosing the right motif is crucial. There are numerous options for murals, including canvas pictures in portrait format or landscape format, posters and modern works of art.

If you want to use a photo template or a certain work of art as a mural, think about whether it looks better in a panoramic or high-format style.

Step 2: The selection of the right material for printing

In addition to choosing the motif, the right material is also crucial for printing. Here you should pay attention to high -quality products to ensure that your mural not only looks good, but also lasts for a long time.

Canvas pictures are a popular option and offer a classic look with a textured surface. Poster can also be a good choice - they are lighter than canvases and therefore easier to handle.

In addition, innovative materials such as aluminum dibond , acrylic glass , wood, hard foam and magnetic film proven themselves excellently.

When it comes to quality , there are various factors to take into account: the resolution of the image should be high enough (at least 300 dpi) so that no pixels are visible; The colors should appear bright and clear; The paper or canvas itself should be of high quality.

Step 3: Matt or shiny?

Most creative projects actually have no rules. However, if you are looking for recommendations, we would say: Since art prints are usually supposed to imitate your original, a Giclée art pressure be matt, while photo prints usually shiny .

This is because you usually choose photo paper for photos and other special printing paper for art prints that usually have no glossy properties.

Step 4: Find print-on-demand service providers

Print-on-demand companies offer the opportunity to upload their digital art and offer their customers a wide selection of products on which the work can be printed. As soon as the article has been manufactured, it will be sent directly to the customer - without doing it.

This method is undoubtedly the most uncomplicated and stress -free way of producing art prints.

It is usually quite uncomplicated to register with such services as Printful.

With the online printing company Printplanet, for example, you have the option of conveniently configuring your individual murals online. So you can design the pictures yourself .

Thanks to a user -friendly design process, you can adjust the selected motif according to your preferences. In this process you can see your own motif in different styles, sizes and materials directly at home on the invoice-be it on practical hard foam, rustic wood, modern acrylic glass or another high-quality material of your choice.

Then Printplanet takes care of the pressure and delivery for you.

Step 5: The right size of the murals

After you have selected the perfect motif as well as material, format and service provider for your murals, the next step is to determine the size and placement for the desired hanging location.

The size of the mural should be proportional to the size of the room in which it is hung. A small canvas image can be lost quickly, while a picture that is too large can overwhelm the room.

On the other hand, panoramic pictures or poster in landscape format are particularly suitable for living rooms. Before you choose a certain size, however, you should define the dimensions of your wall to ensure that the mural can be optimally placed.

With many products you can also choose between different sizes - here it is often worth looking for discounts.

As soon as you have found the right size, you should consider where the image is best placed. Do you hang it centrally on an empty wall or let it act as part of an arrangement of several pictures (keyword Gallery Wall)?

Step 6: The selection of a suitable frame

A mural can give a room character and influence the mood of a room. Most printed pictures also have a great effect on the wall without frame. Nevertheless, a suitable artificial frame can give a wall picture a certain accent or increase the effect. Therefore, it is definitely worth considering.

The frame should not only match the style of the motif, but also to the room in which it is hung.

For example, if you have a modern canvas picture with abstract motifs , a simple frame without decorations or flourishes would be a good choice.

With classic works of art such as paintings in portrait format or panoramic posters, you can choose a somewhat more opulent frame to emphasize the image and give it a touch of elegance.

For kitchen pictures, on the other hand, more simpler wooden frames are more suitable in neutral colors or even without frame to focus on the image itself.

A well -chosen frame can give your mural and bring it even better.

Step 7: Tips to suspect your murals

Now that they have selected and framed their murals, it is time to hang them on the wall.

There are some tips for suspension of your murals to ensure that you are correctly positioned and embellish your home.

If you want to hang up several murals, you should first decide whether you want to arrange them in a symmetrical or asymmetrical pattern.

For a harmonious look, you should adhere to the same distances between the picture frames. If you only want to hang up a large canvas picture, make sure that it is in the right relationship with the room.

High -format images are better suited for narrow walls such as corridors or between doors. Panorama wall pictures look impressive in large rooms. In the kitchen, pictures of flowers or modern art can give a fresh touch.

Complex arrangements

If you want a complex compilation of images of different sizes , it is advisable to get a visual impression of it before you hit the wall.

A simple method is to lay out the exhibits on the ground and look at. You can continue and create templates to visualize the pieces directly on the wall. Follow the outlines of the works on the power paper and cut them out.

Then attach these cutouts with a painter tape to different arrangements to the wall and take a step back to look at the effect of each individual section. As soon as you like an arrangement, mark the positions on the wall for each work using the excerpts. Now you can calm down nails.

Wall art doesn't always have to hang

Incidentally, hanging is not the only way to present your works of art . You can place framed pieces and tense canvases on an easel, a fireplace, floating shelves or leaning on the floor on a wall. This ensures a casual look and also enables you to change your arrangements easier and without damage to the wall.

Tips for hanging out works of art on different surfaces

The way you hang up a work depends on its weight and on which wall it should be attached. Here are some general guidelines:

If you drywall walls and can find a bolt nearby, simply push a bolt searcher along the area where the work of art should hang. Mark the edges of the bolts found and then decide which is best suited for your picture hanger.

Then hammer the hanger in these bolts. If your drywall has no suitable bolts, instead use a dowel and a screw as an alternative to the image hanger.

The dowel intervenes in the wall and secures your work of art firmly in place.

The process is a little more complicated for concrete or masonry walls If it is a heavy picture, you should use a drill hammer with a stone drill to drill a hole. A wall screw can then fit in this hole or alternatively, a wall dowel and a screw can also be used.

Detailed tips, instructions and visualizations for the arrangement of wall art can be found here: 1st DIBS : How to arrange wall art: The complete guide for the placement of art

Inspiration and ideas for an atmospheric design of your living rooms with murals

When it comes to designing different living rooms with murals, there are countless options. Whether you modern canvas pictures or classic posters, choosing the right motif is crucial for the overall picture.

A few successful examples of the decoration with murals can be found here:

You can find even more suggestions for Wall Art Arrangements and visual balance at Gallery Walls in our Pinterest collection:

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Joachim Rodriguez y Romero

Owner and managing director of Kunstplaza. Publicist, editor and passionate blogger in the field of art, design and creativity since 2011. Successful conclusion in web design as part of a university degree (2008). Further development of creativity techniques through courses in free drawing, expression painting and theatre/acting. Profound knowledge of the art market through many years of journalistic research and numerous collaborations with actors/institutions from art and culture.

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