Choosing the right portrait size is one of the most important decisions in the ordering process. Too small and the print looks lost on the wall. Too large and it overwhelms the space. The right size commands the wall it is on and displays the subject at a scale that feels significant.
This is The Custom ZM's complete portrait size guide — every size we offer, what space it suits, and how to choose for your specific wall.
The Full Size Range
40×30cm — K180. 40×40cm — K220. 50×35cm — K260. 60×40cm — K300. 50×50cm — K320. 60×50cm — K360. 70×50cm — K400. 70×70cm — K460. 80×60cm — K500. 90×70cm — K600. 100×70cm — K650. 100×80cm — K720. 120×80cm — K850. 100×100cm — K900. Full details here.
Small Sizes — Desk, Shelf, and Small Wall Displays
40×30cm and 40×40cm are ideal for desk displays, bedside tables, bookshelves, and small wall spaces. These sizes work well for personal portraits and intimate subjects. At K180 and K220 respectively, they are also the most accessible entry points for portrait printing.
50×35cm and 60×40cm are ideal for medium wall spaces — a bedroom wall, a hallway, an office wall. They are large enough to be a feature without overwhelming the space.
Medium Sizes — Bedroom and Feature Walls
70×50cm at K400 is one of our most popular sizes. It works in almost every Lusaka home — suitable for a bedroom feature wall, a living room secondary wall, or a dedicated portrait wall. Large enough to make an impression, proportioned to fit comfortably.
80×60cm at K500 and 90×70cm at K600 are ideal for primary bedroom feature walls and living room secondary positions. These sizes display the subject at a scale that feels genuinely significant.
Large Sizes — Statement Pieces
100×70cm at K650 and 100×80cm at K720 are living room statement pieces. For a wide wall in a main living or dining area, these sizes command the space without filling it entirely. They are the ideal graduation, wedding, or family portrait size.
120×80cm at K850 is our largest rectangular format — a full living room feature wall statement. This size is reserved for the most significant portraits and the largest walls. A wedding portrait or family portrait at this size is a permanent installation.
100×100cm at K900 is our large square format — a bold, equal-proportion statement for subjects and compositions that suit a square frame.
How to Choose Your Size
Measure the wall width where you plan to hang the portrait. The portrait should fill approximately 60-70% of the wall width. For a 2-metre wide wall — a 120×80cm or 100×70cm portrait fills the space correctly. For a 1.5-metre wall — 80×60cm or 90×70cm. For a 1-metre wall — 60×40cm or 70×50cm.
Still unsure? WhatsApp us at +260574638038 with the dimensions of your wall and the photo you want to print — we recommend the ideal size for your specific situation.
Chester House, 5th Floor, Room 59B, Cairo Road, Lusaka. Monday to Saturday, 8AM to 6PM.
See portrait work across all sizes on Instagram, Facebook, and our portfolio.