Interior Designer Reveals Top Artwork Hanging Errors and Fixes

When you hang photo frames or artwork on the walls in your home, are you confident you’re doing it correctly? Anna, of @homziedesigns, is an interior designer who says if your art is the wrong size or hung incorrectly, it can throw off your whole space, and it’s one of the easiest ways to tell a room wasn’t designed with intention.

On Instagram recently, Anna shared a video breaking down some of the most common artwork hanging mistakes and simple ways to fix them. See if you’ve made any of these and how to get it right.

We’re totally saving Anna’s video so we can check it the next time we have to hang something up! Why is hanging at the correct level so important? Anna explains in the video’s caption, “Too high? It looks disconnected. Too low? It feels off. Too small? It gets lost.

When it’s just right, your space instantly feels polished and put together. In this reel, I’m breaking down exactly how to hang art like a designer—so you can get that high-end, effortless look without the guesswork.”

Related: Interior Designer Shares Biggest Mistake People Make When Hanging a Gallery Wall

Tips for Hanging Artwork in Your Home

Hanging artwork in your home can be a challenge if you’re not sure how to do it, but after watching Anna’s video, you’ll be a pro!

There are a few other tips worth mentioning, too. If you’re hanging multiple frames on the wall together or creating a gallery wall, use painter’s tape to map out the arrangement on the wall before you start hanging. This allows you to make adjustments as necessary.

If you’re hanging heavy frames or artwork, make sure to put the nail in a stud to properly secure it to the wall.

Use a level! After hanging, use a level to ensure your frames are hanging straight. Walking by frames that are crooked will drive you crazy!

This story was originally reported by Parade Home & Garden on Aug 27, 2025, where it first appeared in the News section. Add Parade Home & Garden as a Preferred Source by clicking here.