Planning

When hanging a custom framed gallery wall, take some time to plan out the frame styles and the layout for the gallery wall. You can trace out the frames on some paper and stick them to the wall to see how the layout will look up on the wall. If you're stumped for layout ideas, Pinterest has tons of gallery wall layout ideas.

Mix Sizes and Frames

For the perfect gallery wall, make sure to vary the frame size. Try to use a couple of smaller framed photographs, a couple medium pieces and maybe one larger piece. Use a couple of different frames to compliment your custom pieces and to add visual interest to the wall.

Odd Number

When choosing your pieces, try to use an odd number of frames and artworks. A classic gallery wall has 5-9 pieces. Even numbered gallery walls can appear static and less organic to the eye.

Layer Decor Items

If you're not just hanging the gallery wall above a bed or couch, but rather over a piece of furniture, use this opportunity to incorporate decor items into your wall. For example add some candle sticks, books or an abstract decoration onto the top of the console the gallery wall is hanging above to ground the frames. These decorations will sit slightly in front of some of the framed pieces blending the gallery wall seamlessly into the space.