Gloss, texture, light and room style — this calm guide helps you make a confident material choice for pet wall art between Canvas, Framed Canvas and Metal Framed Poster. Clear, practical and interior-friendly.
- Canvas — warm & tactile. Low gloss, soft weave. Beautiful with window light and natural interiors.
- Framed Canvas — ready-to-hang & refined. Canvas calm with a clean frame (black or oak; old-gold optional) for gallery depth.
- Metal Framed Poster — modern & crisp. Pin-sharp detail with light-to-medium sheen; best with controlled lighting.
The material that fits your light and room
Canvas — warm, soft and timeless
- Gloss & texture: matte look with subtle canvas weave — avoids harsh reflections.
- Light: ideal for changing daylight; keeps colours deep yet calm.
- Room style: natural, Scandinavian, classic; pairs well with limewash, stone and wood.
- Best styles: Watercolor and Pencil Sketch (quiet, poetic).
- Sizes: S 30×40 (intimate), M 50×70 (most chosen), L 60×90 (statement).
Framed Canvas — ready-to-hang with a gallery look
- Gloss & texture: the same calm surface as Canvas, plus a frame for visual depth and polish.
- Light: very forgiving, even in bright family rooms and over dining areas.
- Room style: modern classic, boutique, hotel-chic; makes a wall feel complete.
- Best styles: Royal Portrait (rich fabrics, old-gold accents) and Pencil for understated luxury.
- Frame colours: black (graphic), oak (warm), old-gold (subtle historic nod).
Metal Framed Poster — minimal and modern
- Gloss & texture: smooth surface with light-to-medium sheen; very sharp detail.
- Light: shines with indirect or angled lighting at 30–45°. Avoid straight-on spotlights.
- Room style: modern, industrial, pared back; pairs with concrete, steel and crisp plaster.
- Best styles: Royal Portrait (clean, graphic) or a poster-like Pencil with generous negative space.
- Pro tip: hang slightly off the light axis to reduce reflections.
Light & gloss: how to avoid glare
- Side light wins: place your portrait where window light arrives from one side (30–60°) for depth without glare.
- Bright rooms: choose (Framed) Canvas for low-gloss calm. With Metal, angle the light or shift position off-axis.
- Evening light: match bulb colour temperatures; mixed light can shift colour in prints.
Room style & material — quick pairings
- Scandi / warm minimal → Canvas or Framed Canvas in oak + Watercolor.
- Boutique classic → Framed Canvas in black or old-gold + Royal Portrait.
- Modern industrial → Metal Framed Poster + Royal or graphic Pencil.
- Small spaces → S 30×40 on a picture ledge (Canvas or Framed Canvas).
- Feature wall → L 60×90; in strong spotlights prefer Framed Canvas.
Size & hanging height
- S 30×40 — bookshelf, desk, picture ledge; intimate gifts.
- M 50×70 — most versatile; reads clearly in halls and living rooms.
- L 60×90 — statement above sofa/bed; leave 15–25 cm between furniture and frame.
- Eye-level rule: centre at 145–150 cm (we suggest 147 cm). For children’s rooms, lower to 120–130 cm.
Fast decision helper
- Lots of daylight / large windows? (Framed) Canvas — low gloss, calm on the wall.
- Clean, modern interior? Metal Framed Poster — crisp lines, poster clarity.
- Royal Portrait with depth? Framed Canvas — ready to hang, gallery presence.
- Soft, poetic mood? Canvas — Watercolor or Pencil.
Care & longevity
- Dust: soft, dry cloth; avoid aggressive cleaners.
- Sunlight: avoid harsh direct UV; diffuse light preserves colour best.
- Humidity & heat: avoid very damp rooms; keep distance from radiators.
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FAQ
Which finish shows the least glare?
Canvas and Framed Canvas have the lowest gloss and are forgiving in bright rooms.
Is Metal Framed Poster suitable above a sofa with spotlights?
Yes, if you angle spots 30–45° or use indirect light. For near-zero reflections, choose Framed Canvas.
Which frame colour suits Royal Portraits?
Black (graphic calm), oak (warm), or old-gold (subtle historic nod). Match to wall tone and fixtures.