How to Install a Bobby Berk Diptych Gallery Wall

Quick answer

Treat the Bobby Berk Diptych as one composition: decide the pair's center height and gap before you drill, then use the included printed hanging template to transfer both frames' hardware positions to the wall.

Step-by-step installation

1. Choose the wall and confirm the pair's center height: Pick a wall with enough clear width for two 30x40 frames plus your intended gap. Mark the center of the pair at roughly eye level or the average eye height of people who use the room. Common mistake: centering each frame individually instead of centering the pair as one unit. Measure and mark the pair's center line before anything else.
2. Set the gap between the two frames: Decide the gap before marking hardware. A smaller gap makes the two frames read as one wide image; a wider gap gives each photo its own space. Use a scrap of cardboard or a spacer cut to your chosen gap so both sides match. Checkpoint: the gap should look intentional from the room's main viewing spot, not just from close up. Cut a physical spacer to the gap width and use it for every measurement.
3. Mark the outer edges of the pair on the wall: From the center line, measure half the total width (two frame widths plus the gap) to each side and mark the outer edges lightly with painter's tape. Common mistake: marking only the frame centers and guessing the outer edges later. Tape the outer edges so you can step back and check the composition before drilling.
4. Use the printed hanging template to mark hardware: Follow the template's instructions to position it on the wall, aligning it with your center line and height marks. Mark the hanging points through the template. Checkpoint: verify the template is level and centered before making any permanent marks. A level template is the reference for both frames; do not skip the level check.
5. Install the hanging hardware: Drill and install the anchors or hooks at the marked points, following the weight guidance for your wall type. Common mistake: using hardware rated for lighter frames because the anchors look similar. If you are unsure about your wall construction, consult a hardware specialist. Match the hardware to the frame weight, not to the size of the hole.
6. Hang the first frame and check level: Hang one frame, then place a level across its top edge. Adjust the hanging point or the frame's position until it is level. Checkpoint: check level both horizontally and vertically, since a tall frame can look straight while leaning. Level the first frame completely before hanging the second.
7. Hang the second frame and confirm the gap: Hang the second frame using the same template marks. Step back and compare the gap to your spacer. Common mistake: adjusting the second frame to match the first frame's slight lean instead of correcting both. If the gap is uneven, fix the frame position rather than the spacer.

Product facts

• Bobby Berk - The Diptych - Black (No Mat): The Bobby Berk Diptych includes two 30x40 vertical luxe wood frames and a printed professional hanging template. The template lets you mark both frames' hanging points in one go, which reduces the chance of mismatched heights.