Triptych Spacing Guide
Triptych wall art — artwork divided into three panels — is one of the most popular wall art layouts for living rooms, dining rooms and bedrooms. However, the spacing between panels is critical. If the panels are placed too far apart the composition feels disconnected, while panels that are too close together appear crowded.
Interior designers typically recommend leaving a spacing gap of approximately 5–8 cm between triptych panels. This creates visual continuity while allowing each panel to breathe as an individual piece of artwork.
For a complete overview of wall art sizing and installation rules, see our Ultimate Wall Art Size & Placement Guide .
Triptych Spacing Quick Rule
- Spacing between panels: 5–8 cm
- Artwork width: 60–75% of furniture width
- Spacing above furniture: 15–25 cm
- Gallery hanging height: 152 cm centre point
These measurements are widely used by interior designers when installing multi-panel wall art in modern Australian homes.
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Triptych Wall Art Layout Examples
| Panel Size | Spacing | Total Layout Width |
|---|---|---|
| 40 cm panels | 5–8 cm | 130–136 cm |
| 50 cm panels | 5–8 cm | 160–166 cm |
| 60 cm panels | 5–8 cm | 190–196 cm |
| 80 cm panels | 5–8 cm | 250–256 cm |
Best Locations for Triptych Wall Art
Triptych artwork works particularly well above wide furniture pieces because the repeating panels visually match the rhythm of the furniture layout.
- Above sofas
- Above dining tables
- Above beds
- Hallway feature walls
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the correct spacing for triptych wall art?
Most interior designers recommend leaving approximately 5–8 centimetres between triptych panels. This keeps the artwork visually connected while maintaining balanced spacing.
Should triptych panels touch each other?
No. Panels should have a small spacing gap between them to maintain visual separation and balance.
How wide should triptych artwork be above a sofa?
Triptych artwork should typically span about 60–75% of the sofa width to create balanced proportions.
Can triptych artwork be hung vertically?
Yes. Vertical triptych layouts are sometimes used in stairwells or narrow walls, although horizontal layouts are more common above furniture.