Wall Clocks

A considered wall clock turns a functional need into a sculptural object, and our wall clock collection spans Vitra's George Nelson reissues through to contemporary designs from leading European studios. Materials include solid timber, brass, painted metal and minimalist glass fronts, in diameters from 20cm occasional clocks to 80cm statement pieces. Every clock uses quartz or mechanical movements rated for long-term accuracy.

A wall clock works best at a height where it's clearly visible without tilting the head, usually 150 to 170cm from the floor to the centre of the clock. Position it somewhere the eye naturally lands, such as above a fireplace, in a hallway or on a kitchen wall. Avoid placing clocks above frequently-used seating where the ticking might intrude.

Small rooms suit clocks from 20 to 35cm, medium rooms 35 to 55cm, and large or double-height spaces can take 60cm and above. The clock should be visible from across the room without dominating the wall. Oversized clocks on plain walls read as deliberate statements.

Some of our contemporary clock movements are silent-sweep, ideal for bedrooms and quiet studies; others use traditional ticking movements that suit kitchens and busier rooms. The product page notes whether the clock runs silent. Mechanical clocks with visible pendulums intentionally tick.

Dust the clock face and frame with a soft cloth every few weeks, avoiding wet cleaning on timber and brass pieces. Replace batteries annually in quartz movements, even if not strictly exhausted, to prevent leakage damage. Mechanical clocks benefit from periodic servicing by a specialist every few years.