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My parents were active antique collectors, but once they decided that their house was too much for them to maintain, they gave up collecting and dispersed the collection among their children. My siblings tend toward a more modern aesthetic in their homes, so I really had the pick of the litter. I ended up snagging three impeccable grandfather clocks.
The only issue is that I live in a two bedroom apartment. Instead of trying to spread the grandfather clocks throughout my home, I decided to group all three of them in the living room. They now stand proudly next to each other, thus making a powerful focal point. It took some tinkering to get them all to chime in sync, but the effort was worth it as the effect is astounding.
Fitting Timepieces
Clocks come in different models and designs, but they all serve the common function of telling time. But aside from that, clocks add to the décor of a room. When choosing a clock, you have to put the interior of the room into consideration.
The color and theme of the room can help you decide on the right clock for you. The size of the room also matters. Small rooms shouldn’t feature large clocks and would probably look better with smaller clocks, but a larger room is perfect for grandfather cuckoo clocks. These clocks can be placed against the wall and can add to the elegance of a room.
Wall Clock Décor
Whatever kind of decor your home has, you will be able to find the perfect wall clock that will express your own, distinctive personality. There are assortments of large wall clocks to choose from, whether from a trusted clocks shop or an online store.
Nowadays, wall clocks range from different materials and concepts. The more familiar ones are grandfather and cuckoo clocks. Using clocks is a great way to compliment your decor, or even bring a whimsical touch to any room. Wall clocks can fit to anybody’s moods and interests.
My Favorite Clock
Adding beauty and sophistication to your home interior is not as difficult as many people make it out to be. Many contemporary clocks have a well-proportioned tambour designs accented with aged bezels to give them a traditional appeals.
The high-quality wood finish that is the calling card of these clocks gives the feel of grandma’s prized heirloom. My favorite clocks are the handmade grandfather clocks, which are passed down from generation to generation.
An Interesting Twist On Clocks
No home should be without fascinating clocks that will spark interest and imagination in anyone who admires them, especially children. A grandfather clock is a majestic piece of functional furniture that chimes a beautiful, resonant sound every hour and once on the half-hour. Fill your need for a traditional grandfather clock by ordering one today.
One interesting twist on the traditional grandfather and cuckoo clocks is the grandfather clock. The cuckoo mechanism is a favorite of young children and encourages them to learn to tell analog time. Look for models that are made of real wood, not just particleboard or pressed paper like some makers of low-quality clocks use.
What A Great Accomplishment
There is nothign like creating something by hand. It adds so much detail and character that is undeniable. Knowing that you created something from scratch is a great accomplishment. It can give you creative control of how you would like it to look.
Hand made grandfather clocks are probably the most creative things that you can build. There is no denying the skill that it takes to create something so unique. When made correctly it can last the test of time. It is a great way to pass something down to your children.
Why Buy a Grandfather Clock?
Grandfather clocks are still highly sought after, although not everyone understands the appeal. In my opinion, a grandfather clock adds beauty and a pleasant background sound to the home or office. A grandfather clock can also anchor a room and serve as a conversation piece (doesn’t it always seem like a grandfather clock has a great story behind it?).
Grandfather clocks are also a solid investment because they will last many lifetimes if properly cared for. You can pass grandfather clocks down as a family heirloom. In my own home, I have two oak grandfather clocks. One is from my great-grandmother and the other is from my husband’s father. Both are fantastic additions to our home.
Will wonders never cease? Engineers in the UK have developed a clock that runs on dead bugs. No, you didn’t read that wrong; the clock really runs on dead bugs!
How it works is unsuspecting flies get stuck on the clock’s flypaper. The flypaper is a sort of conveyer belt that goes to a blade that scrapes the dead bugs into a microbial fuel cell. The fuel cell digests the flies and electrons are extracted to power the LCD screen. It’s not exactly as regal as a grandfather clock, but the is still a fascinating innovation in time keeping.
“Picker” Shows in High Demand
I’m not sure when the trend started, but it seems that Americans are now fascinated by “pickers.” Antique pickers are specialists that go out and find valuable relics that have been long forgotten. They’re part archaeologists, part anthropologists, and part historians.
There are currently three shows – that I’m aware of – that deal with this phenomenon. The Discovery Channel has two shows, one called “Auction Kings” and another called “American Treasures.” The History channel has a show called “American Pickers.” I’ve really gained insight into the history of the U.S. through these programs. I’ve even seen handcrafted grandfather clocks peaking out of dusty basements; although, none of the episodes, to my knowledge, have highlighted these grand time keepers in particular.
I’m no shrinking violet and my decorating style reflects that. I’m always looking for big, bold pieces that are unique and stylish. Recently I added a grandfather cuckoo clock to my living room to serve as the focal point.
I searched through many grandfather cuckoo clocks from traditional and antique clocks to modern clocks with interesting exteriors. In the end, I settled on a one-of-a-kind Carved Bear grandfather clock. It has a wooden exterior that is decorated with two tall pine trees running up the sides. At the bottom between the two trees is a mama bear with her cub, carved in intricate detail. Every 15 minutes the figures at the top of the clock dance. The piece is incredibly charming and an excellent anchor for the room.