Contemporary Mantel Clock

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Updated 30/03/2021

We all love the old look of a mantle clock. paired with small pieces of modern art and pictures of the family it is a staple of many living room settings. But if you have a more contemporary sense of style, you might want something a little more up to date while still having that same feeling the mantle clock gives you. For you we offer contemporary mantel clocks that will match perfectly with your modern style.

Buying Guide

Can I place a contemporary clock on a mantel?

You can place a contemporary clock on a mantel, and it will add both a design and a functional element to the room. Consider proportion and balance in how you display your clock on the mantle. If you place it on one end, match it to scale with another equal size item on the other end.

It is essential to add a contemporary mantel clock that complements or contrasts the room’s existing decor theme. For ultra-modern homes, you can incorporate a minimalist, sleek black and white contemporary clock. In a farmhouse-style home, consider combining old with new by choosing a contemporary mantel clock mounted on reclaimed walnut.

The modern design of these clocks is captivating and quirky, ensuring it will garner attention from guests.

What to place next to a contemporary clock on a mantel?

When decorating your contemporary mantel clock, it’s a good idea to add other elements that either contrast or complement the piece itself.

For example, decide early on whether you want your place to look ultra-modern, or more vintage or farmhouse. If you’re veering more modern or minimalist with your look, select similarly contemporary accessories for your mantel clock—for example, shiny metallic statues, sleek polished wooden accents, or even (for a minimalist look) nothing at all.

If you’d rather embrace a cozier, more farmhouse look, we’d recommend adding aged books, vases of dried flowers, and old picture frames to complement your contemporary clock in a very pleasing way.

Is a contemporary mantel clock right for me?

If you're pondering on whether a contemporary mantle clock is right for you or not, then here are some things you need to know about mantel clocks. Both traditional and modern mantel clocks are basically the same in terms of function; however, modern mantel clocks are designed for contemporary living.

Some of the most common materials used in modern mantel clocks include statutory cement or solid wood, and they are usually perfectly sprayed and smooth, giving them a clean and simple look. The mechanisms used in these clocks are also of high quality, and most of them contain a handy automatic night shut-off feature.

So irrespective of showing time, they bring charm and timeless elegance to your home. So if you have a modern or contemporary existing interior, then a contemporary mantle clock will simply add to the functionality and attractiveness of your living space.