When the days are short and the weather keeps us indoors, it feels good to make our homes more inviting. Hanging up art is an easy way to bring in something fresh and personal. Framed paint by numbers can do more than just fill a blank space on the wall. They can add a cozy feel, tie your room together, and show off artwork you painted yourself. At Ledgebay, our framed paint by numbers kits arrive with the canvas already stretched on a sturdy wooden frame, so once you finish painting, you can hang your piece right away.
If you’ve recently finished a piece that you're proud of, or you’re just starting to look at options to hang on your walls, it helps to think about how the art will fit with your room. Colors, layouts, and frame styles all play a part. With a few simple ideas, it's easy to match framed paint by numbers with your room without changing everything else you already like.
Pick Colors That Go With Your Room
One of the first things we look at is color. When you're choosing which painting to frame and hang, take a minute to notice the colors you already have in the room. The walls, rugs, pillows, or furniture can all play a part. You don’t need everything to match perfectly, but using colors that go together helps the space feel balanced.
Try this approach when thinking about color:
• Look at the largest color in the room, like wall paint or the couch. Pick a painting that includes that main color somewhere inside it.
• If that feels too exact, look for artwork that blends nicely with nearby tones. For example, a sand-colored couch pairs well with paintings that have browns, soft yellows, or warm grays.
• In calm, quiet spaces like bedrooms, go for soft or neutral color schemes. For brighter rooms like kitchens or sunrooms, a painting with bold pops of color can look lively and fun.
Choosing colors that connect creates a finished feel. It also makes the room feel more relaxing to be in, especially during winter when everything outside looks a little dull.
Think About Where You’ll Hang It
Not every wall is the same. A big wall can hold more than one piece, and a small corner might need something light and not too wide. Picking the right spot for your framed paint by numbers makes a big difference in how it feels in the room.
Here are a few things we usually consider:
• For small areas like tight hallways or above a desk, a smaller square painting often fits best.
• Large living room walls can handle bigger pieces or more than one painting. You might even try a group of pictures that match in theme or share similar colors.
• The mood of the room matters. In bedrooms or quiet sitting rooms, go for soothing colors or soft shapes. For a kitchen or game room, something more bright or playful works well.
Our framed kits are available in 12" x 16" and 16" x 20" sizes, which makes it easy to match the scale of your painting to the wall you have in mind.
Good lighting helps too. If the wall gets natural light during the day, that’s a plus. Just make sure you’re not placing the painting where glare from a window or nearby lamp makes it hard to see.
Match the Frame Style to Your Decor
Frames are part of the art, not just something to hold it in place. The shape, color, and texture of the frame can make a difference in how the whole piece feels in your space. Finding a frame that matches your room style brings everything together. Each framed kit includes a pre-primed canvas, brushes, vacuum sealed acrylic paints, and a tabletop easel to display your work as you paint or after it is finished.
Here’s how to keep it simple:
• If your room has clean lines, white walls, or a simple look, thin metal or black frames look great.
• If you like warm textures or farmhouse touches like wood beams, try a wooden frame that feels natural and easy on the eyes.
• Even in fun or modern rooms, mixing unusual frame shapes can bring a little personality. Oval or square frames can stand out in rooms where most furniture is rectangular.
Think of the frame like an outfit for your art. It shouldn’t distract or feel too loud. Instead, it should help the colors stand out without becoming the main focus.
Mix and Match Without Making a Mess
You don’t have to stop at just one painting per room. Hanging more than one piece can help balance the space, especially on bigger walls. But it’s easy to go from playful to cluttered if things aren’t spaced just right.
We try to keep a few tips in mind when grouping framed art:
• Space matters. Leave a few inches between each painting so everything can breathe visually.
• Keep the layout steady. Lining paintings up along a middle line or keeping the tops even helps the wall look neat and planned.
• Use a common thread. If all the pieces are about nature or share one main color, they’ll feel like they belong together, even if the sizes or styles vary a bit.
Mixing helps show off more of your own creativity. It turns a regular space into something more interesting and personal.
Add Seasonal Touches for a Fresh Look
Some people enjoy decorating with the seasons, and artwork is a great way to do that without changing the whole room. Framed paint by numbers can shift the feeling of a space from one time of year to another, just by using color and mood.
Here’s how seasonal swapping works without a lot of effort:
• In winter, calm colors like soft blues, whites, or muted earth tones help make the room feel peaceful.
• In spring, switch to lighter paintings that have flowers, sunshine, or brighter greens.
• Match small room details with your art. Try swapping small items like vases, throw pillows, or candles that echo the colors in your painting.
The goal is to make the room feel new without needing a full makeover. Even just one framed painting can bring in something fresh during the darker months when we’re all cozying up at home.
Find the Look That Feels Right for You
What matters most is that you enjoy looking at the art on your walls. Matching and mixing are just tools. They help guide but don’t have to dictate every choice. If a painting makes you smile, that’s usually a good sign that it belongs in your space, no matter what color your couch is.
Your home should feel like it fits you. Some rooms may call for bold colors and shapes. Others might lean softer and quiet. Picking art that works with what you’ve got helps you feel more at home while showing off something creative and meaningful too.
Find a perfect art piece that fits your space with plenty of options ready for your wall. Whether your home leans modern, cozy, or somewhere in between, choosing a framed paint by numbers adds color, creativity, and a polished touch to your decor. At Ledgebay, we make your painting experience simple from start to finish and are here to answer any questions you may have.
