A Complete Guide to Measuring Your Wall for Glass Art
Ordering custom glass wall art is exciting, but getting the size right is essential. Follow this simple guide to measure your wall accurately and choose the perfect dimensions for your space.
Step 1: Choose Your Wall
Decide which wall will feature your glass art. Consider the surrounding furniture, lighting, and traffic flow. Walls above sofas, beds, console tables, and fireplaces are popular choices.
Step 2: Measure Width and Height
Using a tape measure, record the width and height of the available wall space. As a general rule, your art should take up 60-75 percent of the width of the furniture below it. For example, above a 60-inch sofa, choose a piece between 36 and 45 inches wide.
Step 3: Consider Eye Level
The center of your glass art should hang at approximately 57-60 inches from the floor this is standard gallery height. Adjust slightly if the art is above furniture, leaving 6-12 inches between the top of the furniture and the bottom of the piece.
Step 4: Choose Your Orientation
Horizontal: Best for long walls, above sofas and beds creates a sense of calm and stability.
Vertical: Ideal for narrow walls, entryways, and between windows draws the eye upward and makes ceilings feel higher.
Square: Works well in compact spaces, above nightstands, or in gallery wall arrangements.
Size Recommendation Guide
Above sofa (72 in): 24 x 36 to 30 x 40, Horizontal
Above bed (60 in): 20 x 30 to 24 x 36, Horizontal
Narrow entry (36 in): 16 x 24 to 20 x 30, Vertical
Small wall (24 in): 12 x 16 to 16 x 20, Square or Vertical
Large statement wall: 30 x 40 to 40 x 60, Any orientation
Ready to Order?
Once you have your measurements, create your custom glass print with your exact size and orientation.