Large Paint by Numbers Kits: Canvas Sizes, Custom Options and Where to Buy in the US

A large paint by numbers canvas reads as a genuine piece of wall art from across the room. The standard 40x50cm adult canvas is larger than most retail kits, and custom kits are available up to 60x80cm.

Large paint by numbers kits produce finished pieces that hold up as display art in a way that smaller canvases cannot. The detail in a 40x50cm or 60x80cm canvas reads from a normal viewing distance the same way a framed print does, rather than requiring close inspection to appreciate the work that went into it. This guide covers what large paint by numbers canvas sizes are available in the US, how the size choice affects both the painting experience and the finished result, and how to get a large custom kit made from your own photo.

Canvas Sizes: What Large Actually Means

Paint by numbers kits sold through retail stores like Hobby Lobby and Michaels rarely disclose canvas size on the packaging. When sizes are stated, most retail kits fall in the range of 8x10 to 12x16 inches. The standard adult canvas in a dedicated online kit is 40x50cm, which is approximately 16x20 inches, already significantly larger than most retail options and large enough to display prominently in any room.

For buyers who specifically want a larger format, custom paint by numbers kits and custom pet kits are available in two sizes beyond the standard:

Large format sizes (50x60cm and 60x80cm) are available on custom kits and custom pet kits only. Standard catalogue kits are 40x50cm.

Why Canvas Size Matters for the Finished Result

A larger canvas reads as a genuine piece of wall art from across the room. The 60x80cm size is comparable to a standard poster frame and commands a wall in a way that smaller formats cannot.

Canvas size affects both the painting experience and the finished display result in specific ways. On a larger canvas, each numbered section is physically bigger, which means brushwork is more comfortable and the painting moves faster in early sessions. Detail areas like faces, fur texture, or fine landscape elements occupy more canvas space, which gives those sections more room for nuance in the color work.

The display difference between a 40x50cm and a 60x80cm canvas is significant. A 60x80cm piece is comparable in scale to a standard 24x32 inch framed print, which means it reads as a primary piece of wall art rather than a secondary decorative item. If the intention is to display the finished painting as the focal piece of a room or wall, the larger format justifies the additional session time the canvas requires.

Our display guide covers how to frame and hang a completed canvas for the best result across different room sizes.

Large Custom Paint by Numbers Kits

The only way to get a paint by numbers canvas larger than 40x50cm is through a custom kit. A custom kit converts your own photo into a numbered canvas in your chosen size. The subject can be anything: a portrait, a pet, a landscape, a wedding photo, or any image you want to paint at a larger scale. Each kit is designed by a real artist from your uploaded photo, not automated software, which makes a significant difference at larger canvas sizes where the detail in the numbered grid determines how much of the original photo translates to the finished painting.

Choosing the Right Large Canvas Size

The right large canvas size depends on where you plan to display the finished piece and how much session time you want to commit to the project.

Pricing and Delivery

All prices USD. Free shipping on orders over $75. Custom kits include 2 to 3 business days for artist design before shipping. Total delivery to any US address: 7 to 11 days.

Common Questions

About the Author

William Murdock is the Founder of Paint On Numbers, based in Cheyenne, Wyoming. The large-format custom kit range was built for painters who want a finished piece that commands a wall rather than decorates a shelf.