Secondary Wall Decoration
Custom XXL Canvas Painting — Personalized Wall Art for Your Interior
A large white wall is an invitation — not a problem. A custom-painted canvas transforms any space into a statement: in a living room, an entrance hall, an office, or a loft. At Atelier Atypique, each canvas is created according to your dimensions, style, and palette, by artists who work from your vision.
Choosing the Right Canvas Size — from Standard to XXL
The size of a wall canvas isn't a matter of taste — it's a matter of proportion. A canvas that's too small gets lost on a large wall; a canvas that's too large overwhelms a small room. Here's how to choose:
| Format | Indicative Dimensions | Ideal Space |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | 40×50 cm to 60×80 cm | Bedroom, office, hallway, multi-frame wall composition |
| Large Format | 80×100 cm to 100×150 cm | Living room above a sofa, dining room, headboard |
| XL | 120×160 cm to 150×200 cm | Loft, entrance, main wall of a large living room |
| Custom XXL | From 160×200 cm | Hotel lobby, meeting room, professional space, panoramic wall |
Practical rule: a canvas placed above a sofa should be between 2/3 and 3/4 of the width of the furniture. For a 220 cm sofa, aim for a canvas between 140 and 165 cm wide.
Available Canvas Painting Styles
Every interior has its own language. Our artists master several styles to match your existing decor or create the contrast you're looking for:
How Does Customization Work?
Each custom-ordered canvas is a collaborative project between you and our artists. Here's what you can specify:
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✓Exact dimensions — from standard to XXL, we work according to your precise wall measurements
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✓Color palette — indicate your dominant colors so the canvas harmonizes with your sofa, curtains, or floor
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✓Artistic style — abstract, figurative, minimalist, expressionist — our artists adapt to your vision
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✓Orientation — portrait, landscape, or square depending on your wall configuration
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✓Level of detail — from flat colors to complex compositions, you choose the desired visual density
Process: after your order, our artists submit a sketch or color proposal before executing the final canvas. You approve before production — no unpleasant surprises upon receipt.
Materials and Durability — What Guarantees the Quality of a Painted Canvas
Where and How to Hang a Large Wall Canvas?
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1Eye level — the center of the canvas should be about 150-160 cm from the floor, natural standing eye level
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2Above a piece of furniture — leave 15 to 20 cm between the top edge of the furniture and the bottom edge of the canvas
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3Natural light — avoid placing the canvas opposite a window (reflections); a wall perpendicular to the light is ideal
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4Dark walls — on a dark wall, choose a light-toned canvas to create contrast; the reverse also works
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5Multiple compositions — for a gallery wall, allow 5 to 8 cm spacing between each canvas
For large XXL canvases: use anchors suitable for the type of wall (plaster, concrete, cinder block) and screws of at least 6 mm. A 150×200 cm canvas can weigh 8 to 12 kg — do not fix it with a simple plastic expansion anchor.
Canvas Painting — Original and Durable Gift Idea
A custom-painted canvas is one of the most personal gifts there is. It won't be found in any other home, it perfectly matches the recipient's space and taste, and it lasts for decades without going out of style.
Complete Your Interior Decoration
FAQ — Custom XXL Canvas Paintings
Your wall deserves a unique work of art — not a mass-produced reproduction. Order your custom canvas today.
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