How to Guide

How to Choose the Right Poster Size for Your Wall

Nov 30 2025
Onur Tuna

A clean and simple guide to getting the size right

Choosing the right size matters more than people think. A great design loses all its impact if it is too small. Go too big and it throws off the whole room. This guide keeps it simple so you can pick a size that actually looks good on your wall.

Start with your wall

The easiest rule
Your poster should cover about half of the wall width.

If the wall is wide, small prints disappear.
If the wall is narrow, oversized prints feel heavy.

This quick check already removes most sizing mistakes.

Look at what is under the poster

Your poster will be seen with the furniture under it, not by itself.

Above a sofa

Go large. Sizes like 24x36 (60x90cm) or A1 create a clean, intentional look.

Above a desk

Medium sizes work best. Balanced, sharp and not distracting.

Above a bed

Medium or large depending on your headboard.
One large print gives a minimal modern look.
Two medium prints add symmetry.

Size breakdown

Short and clear so you know exactly what each size does.

Small

5x7 (13x18cm)
8x10 (20x25cm)
8x12 (21x29,7cm)
Great for shelves, small corners or multi print layouts. Not strong enough to stand alone on a big wall.

Medium

11x14 (28x36cm)
12x16 (30x40cm)
16x20 (40x50cm)
Perfect for most rooms. Strong presence without overpowering the space.

Large

18x24 (45x60cm)
20x28 (50x70cm)
24x32 (60x80cm)
24x36 (60x90cm)
28x40 (70x100cm)
A1
These are statement sizes. Best for main walls, living rooms, studios and anywhere you want impact.

Framed or unframed

Framed prints look more premium and feel larger on the wall.
Unframed stays minimal and clean.

Both look good. The choice is about your style.

If you are unsure, size up

Almost everyone is happier when they choose the larger size.
Car posters especially look better when the details are big, sharp and visible from across the room.