There's something about wall clocks. A certain kind of charm, a style, a homely statement, that is unmatched by any other item of home furnishing. Most homes have one, even if it's only in the kitchen. And if they don't have one yet, they certainly deserve one in the near future. The variety of wall clocks available today is quite staggering. From traditional banjo style pendulum timepieces to funky, oddly shaped digitals, they are equally at home both inside and out and lend themselves to any style or home theme.

Most types are battery operated and will run for months without attention, but there are still wind-up ones about if you look hard enough. Getting your hands on an original antique will cost a pretty penny and you'll probably have to compete with a whole load of professional horologists, but copies and reproductions are first class as well as being a fraction of the price.

Not only beautiful to look at, wall clocks have a few practical advantages over other kinds of clocks. Some of these are:

• Larger dials, faces or displays make for easier reading of the time than mantel or shelf types.
• Valuable or heirloom timepieces are raised high out of harm's way, reducing the chance of accidental damage.
• They can provide a raised focal point for a small room.

Here are the three main types of wall clocks. One of them is sure to be just what you're looking for:

Antique: Even in the antique range there is plenty to go at and it should be possible to match your current décor without having to do a make-over so your home is more traditionally styled. Many of the antiques have clear, easy to read dials featuring either roman numerals or numbers. Antique timepieces make perfect family heirlooms with many being handed down from generation to generation.

Digital: We live in the digital age so it's no surprise that these versions hold such a large percentage of the market share. Given the possibility for silent running (a big boon if you don't like the sound of ticking clocks), the almost maintenance-free operation, and the superior accuracy of radio or atomic models, you can find the perfect digital one to fit your setting.

Decorative: From the quietly understated, classical timepiece that simply marks time in the background, to the perfect reproduction of more expensive antiques, decorative wall clocks are our old friends. We keep them in the kitchen, the living room, the hallway, or even outside where they liven up the patio or decking area and keep us informed of the weather conditions.

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