Home décor is less of a science and more of an art, and what better way to spruce up empty walls and spaces with actual works of art? Of course, it's a fine act to balance the art you like the most with what would look best in your home.

To find that balance of fashion and function, consider these following tips.

1. White walls provide the best display.

Museum interiors often consist of white spacious walls so that each artwork stands out and has the most lighting. The same principle is used for the interior design of most art galleries, too.

However, you might have walls that are painted in bright or dark colors instead of white. You might also have wallpaper covering most of the interior. This means that the art you hang won't show up as clearly. If you don't enough natural white space in your living and dining rooms, then consider remodeling a single space in your home to be your art room.

2. Match subject matter to each room.

The next thing to consider is the subject matter of each artwork. You might like an epic painting of a battlefield, but it's hardly suitable to hang up in the dining room. The same goes for nude paintings, which are best reserved for bedrooms and bathrooms.

For living rooms, consider landscape and nature paintings. For kitchens and dining rooms, try still life paintings of fruits and vegetables. Bedrooms are often the last resort for any paintings that might reflect a controversial theme, like religion, sexuality, or gore.

As a final rule, abstract art and other painted patterns are usually acceptable in any room.

3. Match and mix colors for different effects.

When you look at the color of a painting or a sculpture, consider how it would look set against the rest of your home. As mentioned earlier, white-painted walls provide the best display for any artwork, but you can also use artwork to add color to your home. For instance, a blue-themed room would go well with blue paintings. But there's no reason you can't contrast as well. Why not try a red painting in a green room or an orange painting in a blue hall? Experiment with different styles and see what looks the best with the art you've chosen.

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