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Hanging up canvas: how to hang your canvas painting tightly and securely on the wall
Hanging a canvas painting seems simple, but you want it to hang straight and stay put. Our canvas paintings are already painted designs on high-quality canvas, so you hang a finished work of art straight away. Whether you choose a small canvas or want large formats, hanging a canvas painting requires the right approach per wall type and per hanging system. This step-by-step guide shows you the best way to hang a canvas painting, with or without drilling, and which hanging systems are suitable. If you want to see what sizes and cuts are available, have a look at our range of canvas paintings.
Canvas Print, canvas canvas and frame: this is what you actually hang
Our canvas painting is not an empty canvas that you still have to paint, but an elaborate design on canvas that has already been painted. The canvas is tightly stretched on a stretcher: a sturdy 2 cm thick frame that retains its shape and keeps the canvas taut. This makes hanging canvas easier, as you have a stable base with clear attachment points on the back. The wooden frame allows you to choose from various hanging systems, from a standard hanging system with D-rings to a rail solution with cords. This way, your canvas will not only hang beautifully on the wall, but also safely.
Hanging canvas with drilling: screws, drill and spirit level
If you want to be sure your canvas hanging will last for years, drilling is often the most reliable method. Use a spirit level to mark out the line, determine the height and mark the fixing points. Then use a drill to drill the hole, insert the dowel and tighten the screw so you have a solid support. Then hang the canvas on the hooks, picture hooks or canvas hanging system you have chosen, and check again with the spirit level. This will prevent it from hanging crookedly, screws coming loose or nails in the wall working over time.
Hanging without drilling with adhesive strips, strips and 3m: when to and when not to?
Hanging without drilling can be nice in rental properties or if you don't want holes in the wall, but it's not always the best choice for every canvas. Adhesive strips and self-adhesive strips, such as 3M varieties, work especially well for a small canvas and on smooth, clean surfaces. For larger formats, framed solutions or when choosing a canvas with a tray frame, the load increases and double-sided fixing is more likely to come off. If you do want to use adhesive strips, clean the wall, let everything dry and stick to the waiting time to ensure optimal adhesion. This way, you can hang a canvas print neatly on the wall, but stay realistic about the limits of adhesive solutions.
Canvas sizes, cuts and placement: from 20x20 to 300x140 and panoramic
Our canvas paintings are available in many sizes and cut-outs: square, portrait, landscape and Panoramic Canvas Print. Sizes range from 20x20 cm to 300x140 cm, with 80x60 cm being the most commonly chosen size, as it looks good in many rooms. With large formats or a large canvas painting, it is extra important that your hanging systems distribute the weight well and that you align the mounting points carefully. Also consider the viewing distance: the larger the canvas, the more space you need to make the image work quietly. If you are really looking for a statement, an XXL option is possible, for example for a wide wall or above a sofa.
For inspiration by room, take a look at canvas painting living room, so you can better assess what size and cutout suits your wall and layout.
Box frame, art frame and floating effect: this is how to finish your canvas wall decoration
If you want your canvas wall decoration to look extra luxurious, you can order a baking frame. A framed canvas often creates a floating effect, because the canvas is slightly recessed into the frame and space remains visible all around. This is similar to an art frame look, but matching the stretched canvas and the sturdy 2 cm thick frame. When hanging the picture, note that the tray frame affects the outer dimensions, so adjust your mounting points accordingly. This is how to turn a photo on canvas or a painted design into a calm, clean look that fits nicely into modern and classic interiors.
Order your canvas with hanging system and gift wrap
If you want to make things easy for yourself, choose a canvas hanging system directly with your order so you can hang up a canvas at home without any hassle. You can also choose gift packaging in a nice envelope, handy if you want to give a canvas painting as a gift and hand it over neatly straight away. If you go for a statement on the wall, check out canvas painting large and choose the size that suits your space. Whether you are looking for a panoramic or a classic portrait format, you will always get an already painted design on high-quality canvas, tightly stretched on a sturdy frame. Choose your favourite cut-out, add a frame if necessary and hang the painting just the way you want it.
Yes, that is fine because the canvas is stretched on a stretcher and therefore remains stable. Do use a suitable hanging system to distribute the weight properly and keep the canvas taut.
A tooth hanger is a type of saw tooth hanger with notches that allow you to adjust the position slightly. For larger formats, a solution with two attachment points is often more stable than a single saw tooth hanger.
It depends on the location and conditions, such as moisture and direct sunlight. For options and advice, see our page on canvas painting outdoors.
A hanging rail with cords is then handy, because you can move the work around without new holes. This way you have less hassle with nails and you can keep adjusting the height.