Thalasse Geometric Sandstone, Black/Beige, Set of 3

Why we picked it

Sandblasted geometric blocks in black and warm beige — a mineral, tactile surface that looks like stone in the low raking light of a brownstone parlor floor.

What we like — and what we’d skip

Who it’s for

Best for: Brownstone parlor floors and mid-century living rooms.

Not for: Bright all-white minimalist spaces where beige looks dull.

Measured against the two-thirds rule, the piece spans about 76 inches hung, so it suits furniture roughly 95–127 inches wide. Hang it so the center of the group sits at 57 inches from the floor, or 8–10 inches above the furniture — whichever is higher. Our measuring guide walks through it with tape.

Hanging and care

Dimensional pieces are heavier than prints. Use two hooks per panel into studs or rated drywall anchors; adhesive strips are not appropriate. In prewar buildings with plaster walls, drill slowly with a masonry bit or use the picture rail if your apartment has one. Dust relief surfaces with a soft brush or compressed air — never a damp cloth.

See renter-friendly hanging and how to hang a set of three.

Where it fits in the guide

• Collection: Statement Pieces: Relief, String Art and Photography in Our Top Tiers
• Collection: Sandstone Relief Panels: Thalasse Sets, Wabi-Sabi to Mid-Century
• Brand: Thalasse