Amelia Byrne
The gorgeous gallery walls you see on social media are easier to create than you think! Simply follow our fail-proof tips—you’ll learn how to mix frame styles, materials, and colors with confidence, so you can create the gallery wall of your dreams!
Do you want your gallery wall to blend with existing decor or stand out and set the mood for your space?
For traditional taste, we suggest elegant frames with a strong unifying element (such as color or material). Custom framing allows you to enhance your decor and bring out the best in your art with unique, handcrafted mouldings. You’ll also be able to get the exact size frames you need, which is essential for a wall display that perfectly fits your space.
Head to your local FastFrame store to get started on your show-stopping gallery wall today! If you have traditional taste, you’ll be happier sticking with one general frame style. Very ornate styles can become overwhelming when they cover an entire wall, so we advise choosing well-crafted mouldings with just enough detail or simpler frames made of high-quality materials like walnut or mahogany. Ornate detailing and bold colors tend to catch the eye—rather than filling your wall with them, use these types of frames as accents so they don’t dominate your composition. ● Simple frames can be tailored to any style through material, width, and color choices This option is especially recommended for a varied assortment of artwork; using the same frame color will make it feel like a cohesive collection.
One frame color works for grid gallery walls and varied arrangements. An eclectic look can combine different wood tones, metallic finishes, and fun colors. Feel free to choose frames in bold colors, just make sure they don’t overwhelm your artwork or the overall gallery wall composition.
Two tips: choose simple styles and avoid mouldings with vastly different widths.
We hope our step-by-step guide to mixing frames gives you the confidence to create your dream gallery wall!
