Quick answer

Choose the Bobby Berk Classic Staircase III set for a sloped stairwell and the Classic Hallway set for a long, flat wall. Both include a printed hanging template to simplify alignment.

Why the layout differs between stairs and hallways

A staircase wall has an angled slope, so frames must follow the stair stringer line rather than a straight horizontal grid. The Bobby Berk Classic Staircase III set is designed with frames that step up in size and position to match that angle. In contrast, a hallway wall is flat and typically narrow, so the Classic Hallway set uses a balanced mix of vertical and horizontal frames that fill the space without overwhelming it.

The biggest mistake is treating both spaces the same. On stairs, hanging frames at the same height creates a disjointed look. In a hallway, spreading frames too far apart makes the wall feel sparse.

  1. Choose your set based on wall type: Select the Classic Staircase III set for a stairwell with a slope. Select the Classic Hallway set for a flat hallway or landing wall. Each set comes with frames sized to suit its intended space. Check your wall angle first: stairs need the staircase set, flat walls need the hallway set.
  2. Use the printed template to mark positions: Unfold the included template and tape it to the wall. For the staircase set, align the template with the stair stringer (the angled line of the steps). For the hallway set, center the template at eye level (about 57-60 inches from the floor). A common mistake is skipping the template — it saves time and prevents uneven spacing.
  3. Hang frames starting from the center or highest point: For the staircase set, hang the largest frame first at the highest point of the stairwell, then work downward. For the hallway set, hang the center frame first and work outward to keep the arrangement balanced. If you hang frames out of order, you may run out of wall space or create an off-center look.
  4. Step back and adjust spacing: After hanging all frames, stand at the opposite end of the room and check alignment. Adjust any frame that looks higher or lower than the template line. Use a level to confirm each frame is straight. A crooked frame in a gallery wall draws the eye — fix it before you finalize.

Product facts

  • Bobby Berk - Classic Staircase III - Black (Right - No Mat): The Classic Staircase III gallery wall set includes a printed professional hanging template and one large 16" x 20" classic wood frame. The template takes the guesswork out of aligning frames along the stair angle, so you avoid measuring each step yourself.

    Bobby Berk - Classic Staircase III - Black (Right - No Mat)

    Bobby Berk - Classic Staircase III - Black (Right - No Mat)

  • Bobby Berk - Classic Hallway - Black (No Mat): The Classic Hallway set includes six frames in three sizes: two 20" x 24" vertical, two 20" x 16" horizontal, and two 14" x 11" horizontal, plus a hanging template. The varied sizes create visual rhythm on a long wall without needing to buy frames separately or calculate spacing.

    Bobby Berk - Classic Hallway - Black (No Mat)

    Bobby Berk - Classic Hallway - Black (No Mat)