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A3, A2 or A1? Choosing the right size for your wall

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The most common mistake is going too small. A poster that looks big in your hands often looks lost on a wall.

Above a sofa or bed

Aim for about two thirds of the furniture's width. For a 2-metre sofa, one A1 or a pair of A2 posters works well.

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Two A2 posters side by side fill a sofa wall better than one small print.

Above a desk

A3 or A2, hung so the bottom edge is about 25 cm above the desk.

A hallway or a narrow wall

Tall formats shine here. Try a long poster at eye level, with its centre around 150 cm from the floor.

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  • A4 21 × 30 cm — shelves, small corners
  • A3 30 × 42 cm — desks, kitchens
  • A2 42 × 60 cm — living rooms
  • A1 60 × 84 cm — the statement piece

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