To make the kitchen beautiful and cozy, many people use various decorative elements. However, the design of a kitchen interior has its own nuances: it is desirable that the decorations are not only beautiful, but also functional. Of course, paintings, figurines or wall moldings are also used.
A clock is a useful and beautiful decoration.
And yet, most people prefer more useful decorative items. One of the most popular of them is a clock for the kitchen. Many models look very beautiful, but in addition, they perform a very useful function - they help control the cooking time of dishes and make cooking easier. In this article we will look at what types of kitchen clocks there are and what to look for when choosing them.
Kitchen clocks can be very diverse.
How to choose a clock for the kitchen
Of course, you can buy the first watch you like. However, will they fit into your interior? In addition, it is necessary to take into account a number of factors: the design style of the room, its configuration and even the incidence of light.
You should choose a watch taking into account many parameters.
In addition, the right watch can mask defects, complement the interior, and even smooth out some imbalances in the room. Therefore, it is important to choose the model that is ideal for your kitchen.
Each kitchen has its own type of clock.
We have collected useful tips for you that will help you make your choice and not be disappointed in it.
Use our tips to choose the perfect watch.
Criterias of choice
You should not give preference to the first copy you like; it is important that it fits into the interior. They take into account the general style, degree of illumination and structure of the room.
If the leading positions are given to originality and beauty, then these aspects are not so paramount. Such an accessory successfully disguises wall flaws and softens their imbalances. The cooking process will become easier if you have a timer or stopwatch.
Weather station readings, date and day of the week are equally useful information.
Practicality
Sometimes the design is so intricate that it is not immediately possible to discern the exact time; if this indicator is important to you, then the dial cannot match the color of the hands, and the diversity of the background image will also make it difficult.
A clean background and arrows without numbers will also not help you quickly navigate. If wallpaper with an ornament is pasted, then a simple configuration and monochromatic design will do.
To create a harmonious space, consider:
- Dimensions, large wall clocks for the kitchen are appropriate in a spacious room.
- Modest dimensions will suit a compact area.
- In terms of material, design and color, structures must correspond to the interior style.
- Strong backlight can irritate your eyes.
By keeping these nuances in mind, you can create a coherent and organic environment.
Mechanics or quartz
The mechanical device requires periodic winding, in addition, it is more expensive, requires adjustment and fails in accuracy due to the specifics of the spring.
Quartz devices operate on a battery, which has a long service life. They do not lag behind and do not run forward.
Pointer or electronic dial
This is a personal wish of the owners, although if you think about the style direction, electronics will not fit into Victorian or Baroque stylization, and walkers have no place in urban trends. But fusion or eclecticism will perceive such dissonance as zest and special charm.
Tabletop or wall mounted
This question interests many. Here you should be guided by considerations of convenience. If you have a small dining table, you will have to give up a table clock - it is much more logical to give preference to wall clocks, which do not take up much space.
Wall clocks are suitable for kitchens of any size.
On the other hand, a small table clock with additional functions, such as a timer, on the work surface will be very convenient while cooking.
Timer, weather forecast... Desk clocks have many functions.
In addition, you need to take into account the design of the room. In a high-tech room, a table clock may be out of place - maximum cleanliness of horizontal surfaces is encouraged here.
For high-tech, it is better to choose a stylish wall clock.
By the way: In such kitchens you can use magnetic clocks - they are attached to any metal surface. Most often this is a refrigerator, but high-tech interiors give more room for imagination due to the abundance of metal.
Wall clocks do not look very good on surfaces with colorful designs or prints. They will blend in with the wall design or make it look unnecessarily cluttered. But on smooth, monochromatic surfaces, a watch can become a real decoration.
The clock looks good against a plain background. Or just in the air.
Tabletop models are best placed on the dining table. However, make sure that they will not disturb anyone while eating. If you want to place them on a work surface, choose devices with a high degree of moisture protection - otherwise you risk quickly ruining the watch.
Another alternative is a grandfather clock, which is not very convenient for use in the kitchen.
Collector's kitchen
In the house of a watchmaker from the land of Looking Glass, there was a fantastic collection of wall clocks. In the amazing pop art or the structured chaos of eclecticism (if you are adherents of these particular styles), you can find something similar. You can use an entire area of one of the walls to place clocks of various shapes, sizes and colors . Of course, in such an interior many clocks will have to show different times. Remember which ones are accurate.
A collection of watches placed on one wall looks unusual and very beautiful.
Kitchen clock in a modern interior
Spacious kitchen of a private house, decorated in loft style
Quartz or mechanics
If you choose a watch not only by appearance, you will probably think about which watch mechanism is better to choose for the kitchen - quartz or mechanical.
Their main difference is in the type of action: quartz watches are powered by a small quartz battery, while mechanical ones need to be wound periodically to bring them into working condition.
The accuracy of the watch depends on the mechanism chosen.
Many people believe that mechanical watches are much more durable than quartz watches. However, this statement is long outdated: modern crystals in quartz batteries are reliable and can last no less than most mechanical units.
For the kitchen, it is especially important that the device shows the time accurately. In this case, mechanics are not the best choice. Due to the fact that the mechanism is driven by a special spring, the first few seconds after winding the hand can move faster, and as the spring relaxes, it can slow down. This means that over time, such clocks will begin to lag, and the minute will last longer than it actually is.
It is better to choose a mechanical clock for the kitchen.
Quartz watches are much more accurate - on average, chronometers record a lag of a maximum of a couple of seconds per day. Therefore, they are preferable in the kitchen.
A weighty argument is the price. Mechanical watches require precise adjustment of a complex mechanism. Therefore, high-quality mechanics will cost you quite a lot. Quartz watches are much more budget-friendly.
High-quality quartz watches will cost less than average mechanical watches.
Therefore, we recommend purchasing a mechanical watch only if it is a unique model, for example, handmade. Otherwise, the extra costs are not justified, and the accuracy of the device leaves much to be desired.
Electronic or mechanical?
The choice of a quartz system with a battery or a mechanical winding is up to you. From a practicality point of view, it is preferable to choose quartz, but if you are a supporter of conservative views, an esthete and a gourmet, consider the mechanical option. They have only one obvious drawback: if in quartz watches the absence of a second hand makes them silent, then the mechanics are always ticking.
Hands or electronic dial
But here you can completely focus on your preferences. Some people like classic models with arrows, while others like modern electronic watches with a digital dial.
The shape of the watch is entirely up to your taste.
However, do not forget about style: it is unlikely that a chrome clock with a luminous electronic dial will be appropriate in a Victorian-style kitchen. And wooden wall-mounted cuckoo clocks will seem superfluous in a loft interior. Although, if you want to create a fusion interior, a combination of incongruous things can be a real godsend.
It is best if the clock hands are immediately visible.
Therefore, feel free to choose the model that you like and will be in harmony with the interior of the kitchen. However, listen to the following recommendations:
- Avoid watches with hands but no numbers. They are not very convenient, especially for use in the kitchen. If you need to time a certain time when preparing a dish, it will be difficult to do this.
- Too massive arrows are not suitable for small kitchens ; it is better to choose an elegant model with subtle details.
- Make sure that the electronic dial is not too bright and does not irritate your eyes - some cheap watches have too much backlight.
- However, the dull option is not the best choice . Looking for the optimal backlight level.
- Whatever model you choose, it is important that it does not fog up - otherwise it will be difficult to read the time.
- Many watches with an electronic dial are equipped with additional functions - a timer, a stopwatch. Such models are more expensive, but we definitely recommend paying attention to them - such features will greatly facilitate work in the kitchen.
And, of course, pay attention to the quality of the watch - electronic or with hands; if the assembly is not very good, such a chronometer is unlikely to serve you for a long time.
The main thing is the quality of the mechanism.
Original ideas
Decoupage is a medieval style, a technique for decorating objects in which the ornament of objects resembles paintings or paintings. Most often, ready-made pictures are used; they are applied to the product and varnished. A smooth, perfectly flat surface with stunningly beautiful patterns looks absolutely amazing.
Combining several styles in the kitchen allows you to get creative with the details, for example, decoupage a clock for the kitchen in the Provence style or order a unique design for something.
Today, not a single person can imagine his life without a watch, valuing his time, everyone strives to use it profitably. Even in distant times, when instead of modern hourglasses there were hourglasses, people decorated their homes with them.
The most famous and expensive watches in Russia are the Kremlin watches. Bright, majestic, unique watches are the only ones without analogues, and are among the top 13 legendary watches in the world. Watches for mass sales were created from their image. They are very popular in the Russian Federation and abroad.
Love for details in the interior reveals refined, honest natures who prefer order not only in their home, but also in life. The watch is proof of this!
Size and style
When choosing a clock for the kitchen, it is very important that it matches the room itself, its stylistic design and dimensions.
We recommend paying attention to three criteria: style, material and dimensions.
As for the first parameter, everything is obvious - focus on the interior of your kitchen.
The main thing is that the watch looks harmonious.
For example, for classic rooms, traditional walkers with arrows, wooden or high-quality imitation of natural wood, are best suited. Give preference to natural shades, without overly elaborate details.
For Provence and country styles, choose models in pastel colors. A very successful move - models designed using decoupage technique, with paintings or drawings on the dial. They will add coziness and harmony to the kitchen.
Don't be afraid to look for custom designs.
Fusion or eclecticism? Perhaps there are no restrictions here at all - the watch can be absolutely anything, the main thing is that you like it.
Styles such as hi-tech, loft and minimalism are best suited to modern models with a minimum of details. Smooth plastic or metal case, electronic dial. Although a clock with massive metal hands also looks good in an urban loft, it all depends on what mood you want to create in the kitchen.
Modern watches with an electronic display? Why not!
The material from which the watch is made is of great importance - it is this that determines the appearance of the device.
Modern stainless steel clocks are perhaps one of the most sustainable choices for the kitchen. They are strong, durable, reliable. In addition, the material is not afraid of moisture and temperature changes, which means it is ideal for use in difficult kitchen conditions.
Look for a clock that suits your kitchen.
However, you need to understand that stainless steel watches are not suitable for every style of kitchen. On the other hand, the list of metals is not limited to it. For classic interiors, you can choose a clock made of copper or aged iron. They are a little less durable, but they look very elegant. True, they are unlikely to be pleased with the cost - most likely, you will have to shell out a round sum.
Ceramic watches are another worthy solution. Their designs are very diverse, such models look cozy and add a unique home style to the kitchen. True, it is better not to use them as tabletops - ceramics are a rather fragile material. If you drop the device, it will most likely break.
Ceramic watches can look very cozy.
Wooden watches are practically a classic. Modern wooden watches can be very diverse - up to the most modern models. True, for use in the kitchen it is better to pay attention to models with special impregnation against moisture - ordinary ones can swell and deform due to constant high humidity and temperature changes.
Please note that high-quality wooden watches cannot be cheap - if the price is suspiciously low, most likely they are offering you pressed cardboard disguised as wood.
By the way, watch dials are also often made from cardboard and paper - however, for obvious reasons, in the kitchen it is better to choose a more reliable model. The stronger the material, the longer the watch will last. Paper options can be considered disposable - they will last for a week at best.
The stronger the material, the longer the watch will last.
Quite a funny solution - watches on film. It is stronger than paper, but keep in mind that it is easy to tear. Therefore, you will have to handle the walkers carefully.
It is also important to choose the right size and shape of the watch. Here, follow the following principles:
- A small kitchen needs a small clock, but for a spacious room you should choose large models. You shouldn’t break this rule: a tiny timepiece will get lost in a large kitchen, and a too massive clock will make an already small room even smaller.
- In the case of clocks, the same principle applies as with paintings: they should visually follow the shape of the wall . Therefore, choose round or square models for square walls, oval or rectangular for rectangular ones.
- Consider the rest of the decor: are there photographs or paintings on the wall or shelf? You can choose a watch that is not too big. This is the only emphasis - look at the large models with interesting shapes.
We are sure that with such recommendations, choosing the right clock for your kitchen will not be too difficult.
Find a suitable place for the clock.
Style orientation
Each stylization has its own priorities:
- Industrial branches love metal and glass types with a laconic format and Roman numerals, which are emphasized.
- Retro and classic correspond to cuckoo clocks, round, oval wooden cutlery with natural colors and antiques.
- The loft, which has a spacious area, chooses massive modifications.
- Country is true to the principle of artificially aged frames and pastel colors.
- Pop art loves brightness and non-trivial shapes.
- The compositional design of minimalism consists of a circle with arrows.
The Mediterranean is on the side of environmentally friendly natural raw materials. Wall clocks for the Provence kitchen are presented with rustic, floral motifs with blue, pink, lilac colors. These could be ships or the Eiffel Tower, pets and birds.
To get a comfortable, cozy atmosphere, you need to listen to the recommendations and take the choice of a watch seriously, then the result will please you, leaving you with a feeling of complete satisfaction in your soul.
How to choose the best place and hang your clock
It’s not enough to find a beautiful clock that will fit into the interior of your kitchen. It is also necessary to choose a suitable location for their placement. The easiest way is if the clock is a desktop one - you can install it on the dining table, any suitable shelf or work surface.
The main thing here is that they do not interfere with your work in the kitchen or have lunch, and that they are not covered by other interior items. In addition, make sure that the appliance is not located in close proximity to the stove or sink.
It is important to position the clock correctly. Even if it means taking up an entire wall.
The situation is more complicated with wall clocks. You need to choose the right place - on the one hand, comfortable, on the other, one that will reveal the beauty of your watch.
Many people hang a clock above the door - there it doesn’t bother anyone and can be seen from anywhere in the kitchen. However, in this case, it is important to make sure that the hands or electronic dial are clearly visible - not all of them can be seen at high altitudes. In addition, if the door is opposite a window and the clock is protected by a glass or plastic screen, it will glare in the sunlight, making it difficult to see the time.
You should not hang the clock above the stove or sink - most likely, the vapor will settle as condensation on the device. This will negatively affect their durability.
Find a safe place for your watch.
The best solution is to hang them above the dining table. It is both convenient and practical. Place the device at such a height that no one will touch them when sitting down or standing up.
You can consider more original options. For example, some people install a clock on the hood. This technique looks very unusual, and the hood helps protect the device from damage due to hot steam.
The watch feels best near the dining table.
They are often hung on railings. However, in this case you need to be careful so that kitchen utensils do not damage the mechanism. Small watches made of durable plastic or stainless steel are best suited for this.
Color scheme for room design
The question of choosing a color, on the one hand, is one of the simplest - just choose what you like and enjoy your favorite shade. On the other hand, it is not so easy to choose a suitable and harmonious color combination.
Much depends on what shade you prefer for the kitchen - the main elements and decor should be combined with each other.
The color can be any, the main thing is that the color matches the kitchen.
A win-win solution - classic shades. Beige, white, brown, black always look very harmonious.
If you chose brighter colors, you will have to work with the combinations. There are two practically win-win options.
It is not necessary to choose a provocative shade - it is better to play with the shape.
The first is the use of shades close to the color wheel. Smooth color transitions look very stylish and can decorate any kitchen. A brick wall and a bright orange clock, blue wallpaper and a turquoise dial... Such similar colors almost always go perfectly together.
The only thing you need to monitor is the temperature regime - warm tones to warm, cold to cold. Otherwise, even the most beautiful color will become inexpressive and dirty, losing its richness and purity.
A bolder solution is a combination of contrasting shades. A blue clock on a red wall, a bright green stroke on a white background... Here you can use the most radical mixtures of colors - if, of course, the interior style allows it.
Simple wood will be enlivened by bright arrows.
You should be careful with metal parts, especially with shades of gold and bronze - they are quite demanding, so their background must be flawless.
If you choose an unusual watch model, a non-standard shape or with a printed dial, it is better to give preference to a plain background - wallpaper, tiles or paint should not be too provocative, without patterns or sharp textures.
A watch like this needs a neutral background.
By the way, we should talk about unusual watch models separately - there are many interesting design solutions that deserve your attention.
A selection of creative models
Such watches can be made with your own hands, purchased in hand-made workshops, and recently even in large chain stores. They can be very diverse, but they have one thing in common - a non-standard design, the use of elements atypical for watches and an appearance that attracts attention.
The watch may look very unusual.
A beautiful clock for the kitchen is obtained if... a frying pan is used as the base of the dial. Of course, cast iron cookware is unlikely to work. But ceramic or aluminum is fine. Perhaps this is perhaps the most popular solution for the kitchen. Moreover, it is not difficult to make such watches yourself.
However, it is not necessary to take a real frying pan for this - often it is replaced by a base of the appropriate shape.
A frying pan with food? No, a real watch!
Clocks with decoupage in Provence style are also very popular. The base can be a kitchen board, plate or picture. The main feature of such watches is the purity of the colors. Decoupage is a very diverse technique, so no matter how your kitchen is decorated, you can easily find a suitable solution.
Clocks with floral motifs are often hung in the kitchen. This can be either the shape of the base bezel or the print applied to the dial. The so-called clock roses look interesting - a beautiful flower looks very advantageous as a background for metal hands.
The rose watch is almost a classic.
Classic cuckoo clocks were practically never seen in kitchens before. However, now they are regaining their popularity again. They are used in retro kitchens, in classic interiors, to create fusion. However, you need to take into account that such walkers are quite expensive. In addition, it is important to hang the clock so that the moving cuckoo does not crash into anything or disturb anyone. Otherwise, you risk getting a birdie when you sit down at the table.
The cuckoo clock is undeservedly forgotten.
Don't want to hang or place a real clock in the kitchen? Think about the advancements in modern home appliances. An electric kettle or toaster with a dial is a very convenient solution that won’t take up much space. The only downside is the relatively small size of this watch. But they look very interesting and are ideal for a small kitchen.
However, retro solutions also have a right to life.
Glass clocks are perfect for modern interiors. True, it is necessary to pay utmost attention to the quality of the material: for the kitchen it is better to use so-called tempered glass, which is heat-resistant and resistant to damage.
Watches can be quite non-standard. For example, forks, knives or spoons laid out in a circle are often used as a base. These watches look unusual and immediately attract attention, especially since they are ideal for the kitchen.
Unusual and stylish.
The background can be a painting, embroidery or a pattern burned into wood - there are practically no limits to your imagination.
In addition, you can experiment with shapes - different silhouettes, small figures instead of numbers on the dial, hands mounted directly on the wall. The modern range of watches is extremely wide, so choosing the right option will not be too difficult.
Kitchen clocks can be
- wall;
- desktop;
- floor-mounted.
Let's start with the latter, as the most rarely seen in the kitchen. These watches are bulky in size and somewhat pompous. Therefore, most often they are suitable for the interior not so much of a kitchen as of a dining room in a classic style or in such vintage styles as baroque, rococo and the like.
Table clocks are also not often seen in the kitchen. Although they will look great if they have a place somewhere on a shelf among the dishes.
You can find your own nice option for every interior style. For a country style, these cute rustic-themed watches are perfect.
If the kitchen is made in modern or high-tech styles, then a laconic clock in a metal case will add its own “zest” to the overall ambiance of the kitchen.
For the Provence style - an aged metal frame and a still life with traditional lavender on the dial.
The most convenient for the kitchen and giving free rein to design ideas are, of course, wall clocks. Their types and variations of placement in the kitchen space are so diverse that there is a lot to think about and discuss.
We make original watches with our own hands
Do you want to make a truly extraordinary and unique watch? Make them yourself! You can find many detailed instructions for each type on the Internet, so we will give some general recommendations.
You can make such a watch yourself.
Pay attention to the quality of the mechanism: few people can assemble it themselves. It is better to purchase a blank from a watch workshop and find out how best to install it on the chosen base.
Consult with a specialist: a heavy mechanical mechanism may simply not withstand a light dial made of thin plastic.
In addition, you need to take care of power: think about where to hide the batteries.
Kitchen clock: original solutions
We have put together for you a selection of the most unusual solutions that will undoubtedly decorate your kitchen. The most unusual models and original shapes - we hope these photos will inspire you to buy or create the perfect watch!
A small watch made from a tin can looks very funny.
Turn a painting into a real clock.
The combination of a small print and cutlery looks unusual.
A clock can add color to your interior.
Choose a design with a high-quality print. otherwise the impression will be blurred.
An excellent choice for a retro kitchen.
Very cozy and stylish. And reserves for a rainy day at the same time.
Cereals and grains will decorate the watch.
Even plastic dishes can become the basis for a masterpiece.
A voluminous watch for people with a sense of humor. The main thing is not to confuse it with breakfast.
The clearer the print, the more beautiful the design.
It is best to use kitchen motifs.
However, animal silhouettes are quite appropriate.
Such a clock is a real decoration of the kitchen.
Find an original solution.
Juicy citrus? Why not!
The print can be anything. Even like this.
It is not difficult to find a watch to suit a romantic interior.
Don't be afraid of non-standard shapes.
Sometimes the hours are even like this.
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