Large Wall Clocks Contemporary

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Updated 20/03/2021

The modern home needs a modern style. And while analog is not very modern, in the movement of décor, large wall clocks are often seen, if for no other reason than the ironic slant on the contemporary digital ideal. These clocks are well made and keep perfect time. They can come in plenty of styles and we have them all in this collection. Take a look and see if your contemporary home is right for a large wall clock.

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Buying Guide

What size wall clock should I use in a contemporary home?

A medium-size wall clock measuring between 12”-24” or a larger one ranging between 24”-32” will fit best in a contemporary home. The most important factor to look at is the wall space you have available to hang it. The space surrounding your clock should be approximately six times as wide and four times as high as the clock.

Large wall clocks with contemporary designs make a statement in any room but work especially well in open plan spaces. Popular designs include frameless clocks, 3D designs, and novelty shapes. Place these in living areas, kitchens, and hallways. Medium size wall clocks fit nicely within a contemporary home also but provide a less dramatic effect.

When mounting a large wall clock, ensure that you find the wall stud for maximum stability and use heavy-duty screws rather than a conventional hangar. Don’t embed the screw all the way into the wall; leave ½”-¾” protruding so that it fits inside the clock.

What battery do large wall clocks take?

The types of battery a large wall clock needs depends on the manufacturer’s specifications. However, you generally need at least 1.5V to operate a large wall clock because the larger hands require more energy to move.

Correct batteries and voltage are crucial for precision and accurate timekeeping. 1.5V is equivalent to the nominal charge of 1 AA or 1AAA battery. The difference between the two is that a AA battery has a large internal capacity and will last longer than a AAA cell.

Large wall clocks with a second hand, pendulum, or chime, may need two 1.5V batteries or require more frequent battery changes.

What are large wall clocks made out of?

Large wall clocks, contemporary versions especially, can be made out of any number of materials, ranging from wooden boards to sculpted ceramic shapes, glass squares, or even just metal off-set numbers that float on the wall seemingly by themselves!

As one of the main points of a large wall clock is to make a splashy style statement, we’re also seeing a lot of found materials or regular materials carved or cut into unique geometric shapes.

The good news is that no matter which aesthetic you’re looking to have in your home, there’s likely a large wall clock that will complement your specific style.

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