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'Aim to keep the distance between each piece the same, with a space of around 3 inches.' advises Anna. If your gallery includes any heavy-weighted frames, mirrors etc it’s best to use raw plugs and screws to avoid any items falling off the walls – this has happened to me and it's terrifying when it crashes to the floor and glass smashes everywhere! You’ll require a hammer, spirit level, measuring tape, picture hooks, and picture hanging wire or cord.

'Measure the frame from the top to the point at which it will hang, and mark this distance on the wall so you know where to put the nail.' 'Once you’re happy with the layout, hold each piece against the wall and make a small mark where the top of the frame should lie' advises Anna.

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(Image credit: Future PLC/Douglas Gibb) How to hang a gallery wall Even if you want to mix photography with abstract art, drawings and typography, try to keep at least one element the same throughout - whether it’s a common colour palette, a collection of family photographs or your favourite travel destinations.' 'However, it’s best to stick to one overall theme to maintain a cohesive and considered look. 'When deciding the type of look you want to create, Pinterest is a great place to start – with hundreds of examples to find inspiration from, you can collect the colours, patterns and layouts that you love the most.'

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'Try to avoid hanging a gallery amongst existing artwork, or on the same wall as a TV or window, as this can distract from the display and make it look disjointed.' 'Common mistakes are not planning the layout before hanging frames using clashing colours not having enough size variation and inconsistent spacing between prints' says Anna Sheridan at Heal’s. However, as a rule of thumb, aim to have the centre of the gallery at eye level height – around 57” from the floor.' What are the do's and don'ts of a gallery wall? 'There is no single guide that works for every room, especially when you’re designing a bespoke layout of frames, so it’s okay to judge the arrangement by eye and adjust it to suit your individual scheme. If you’re looking for art online and still haven’t decided which pieces you want to use, create a digital moodboard on your computer to include existing furniture in the room, as this will help to visualise what will work within the scheme.' 'You can also cut pieces of tracing parchment or old wrapping paper to match the size of each frame, or use masking tape to create an outline, and use these as templates on the wall to move around and visualise which configuration works best. Heal's stylist Anna Sheridan shares her top tips to planning with precision, 'The easiest way is to lie each piece out on the floor and try different configurations to see how the different art works together.'

Before making any holes in the wall, plan a layout that you’re happy with. Planning is key when it comes to creating the perfect layout for a photo gallery wall. This idea is ideal if you're looking for ways to decorate a rented home.

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To keep walls free of raw plugs and nails try an alternative method of hanging a gallery wall, like this example with frames suspended from a peg rail.

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