Whether you’re creating an elaborate gallery wall, seeking the right frame for that new photograph or picking a canvas for your next DIY, size can make or break your project. Buying something too small or too big, too wide or too tall—it’s a lot to consider. Before you start shopping, take some time to find the best fit for your home. Below we’ve outlined nine popular canvas sizes for a home decor project. Or, if you’re looking for more options, scroll down to understand how to create a custom canvas for any type of home decor or craft project.
10″ x 8″
10″x8″ canvases are a popular choice for fill-ins in gallery walls or as a small desk or bookcase accessory. Its size makes it versatile for a variety of artwork – you can mount your favorite family photo or simply print out an image and trim to fit.
Good for: Desks, bookcases, small hallways
10″ x 14″
To upgrade to the next level, opt to use 10″x14″ canvases if you have a print or piece of artwork that looks best matted. This canvas is also large enough to accommodate a photo collage – you can easily stack four 5″x7″ photos into this canvas.
Good for: Small photo collages, guest bedrooms, kitchens
12″ x 12″
The 12″x12″ canvas is an easy pick if you want to display a large photo, but may have limited wall space. This canvas size looks great with a single large image or broken up into a photo collage – get creative with your photo sizes!
Good for: Apartment living rooms, bathrooms, gallery walls
24″ x 10″
While odd in shape, the 24″x10″ opens up more possibilities than it limits. Fit this canvas in unique places of your home like on a mantle, above a kitchen stovetop or over your bedroom headboard. This canvas looks lovely showcasing a panoramic cityscape or large family photo.
Good for: Fireplace mantels, kitchen, long hallways
16″ x 16″
Use a 16″x16″ as the “wow factor” to a gallery wall or hang on its own above a bedroom dresser. With plenty of space, create a unique photo collage by combining photos and fun quotes.
Good for: Living rooms, dining rooms, guest bedrooms
20″ x 16″
Slightly larger than the 16″x16″, the 20″x16″ canvas allows you to display longer photos like wedding pictures, tall buildings or expansive landscapes. Hang this behind a desk or above a doorway.
Good for: Offices, game rooms, living rooms
36″ x 12″
Similar to the 24″x10″, the 36″x12″ canvas works well in longer hallways or over your entertainment center (it’s the same width as a 42″ TV). Print inspirational quotes or your favorite travel photos on this canvas.
Good for: Living rooms, bedrooms, entryways
20″ x 30″
This tall canvas leaves a lasting impression on any room. You can opt to hang it above a sofa, but it’s also tall enough to prop up against a wall as a standalone image.
Good for: Studies, bedrooms, living rooms
24″ x 36″
Ready to really impress your guests? This large 24×36 canvas can set the stage in any room with an expansive wall, but will do best in a room where it’s the only photo.
Good for: Bedrooms, living rooms, offices
Finding Your Perfect Canvas Size
Whether you’re shopping for artwork or creating something yourself, picking the right canvas size is critical for your one of a kind pieces. We outlined some popular choices above, but the number of standard canvas sizes available to you are in the dozens.
Why Canvas?
Before you resort to a regular ol’ frame to showcase your favorite photo, consider getting it professionally done as a canvas print. The material (typically cotton or linen) is hand-stretched so the fibers turn an ordinary photo into a work of art. Additionally, opting for a canvas print is actually lighter weight than other wood wall art pieces, making it ideal to change around for gallery walls or during redecorating. If you’re missing the elegance, try a framed canvas for museum gallery quality.
When you’re about to dive into a DIY project—whether it’s painting or home decor—it helps to have a plan in place to allow your creativity to flourish. Starting off with a blank canvas, use our guide above to determine the size and shape that best suits your project.
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