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16 Decorating Tips from a Design Pro

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When hanging art over a mantel or console, measure the vertical space, and hang objects closer to the mantel or console rather than in the exact middle of the space. This will lend a more human scale to the grouping.

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When hanging art over a mantel or console, measure the vertical space, and hang objects closer to the mantel or console rather than in the exact middle of the space. This will lend a more human scale to the grouping.

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1 of 17 When hanging art over a mantel or console, measure the vertical space, and hang objects closer to the mantel or console rather than in the exact middle of the space. This will lend a more human scale to the grouping.

When hanging art over a mantel or console, measure the vertical space, and hang objects closer to the mantel or console rather than in the exact middle of the space. This will lend a more human scale to the grouping.

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