Best mantel clocks

Update your room with the best mantel clocks. They'll offer functionality and visual appeal to your décor.

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A mantel clock is a great way to add a little bit of functionality and decorative flair to your shelves. What better way to tell the time than through a vintage-style mantel clock? Whether you prefer a model that spans your entire mantel or one that sits solo in the corner of your room, there is a clock for you. When it comes to the best mantel clocks, here are our top picks. 

Staff pick

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Lovely Home Essentials wooden mantle clock

Equipped with non-ticking features

Made from sturdy wood with a shiny finish, this mantel clock is both stunning and durable. 

Pros:

  • Classic design 
  • Available in two color options 
  • No ticking sounds to drive you crazy

Cons:

  • Plastic body 

The clock measures in at 15-by-7.5 inches, making it great for a wide shelf above your fireplace. If you decide to feature this gorgeous mantel clock in your living room or study, you'll appreciate its non-ticking feature. This clock stays silent as it records the time. With a white face, roman numerals, and dark wood base, this mantel clock has a luxurious and elegant look.

Victorian decor

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Bulova B1845 Durant chiming clock

Customize via the engraving plate

If you're looking for an elegant statement piece for your room, the Bulova B1845 Durant chiming clock is a great choice. 

Pros:

  • Solid wood design 
  • Accurate time with a chime to denote hours
  • Volume settings so the chimes are never too loud 

Cons:

  • Initially setting the time can be tricky 

This clock plays the Westminster melody to inform you when the hour changes. Measuring in at 11.5-by-8.25-by-5 inches and featuring a stunning revolving pendulum, this mantel clock merges Victorian decor with modern-day elegance. The solid wood frame and the white and gold face add luxury to any room. You can also customize this mantel clock via the built-in 2.5-by-0.5-inch engraving plate.

Sweet melody

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Seiko Mizuki mantel clock

Includes a chime silencer switch

Handsome rectangular clock with shimmering golden details.

Pros:

  • Rich wooden construction
  • Roman numeral indices
  • Golden trim
  • Fan-style carvings
  • Battery-powered

Cons:

  • Volume settings can be finicky

The Seiko Mizuki mantel clock measures 13-by-9.25-by-4.25 inches and operates via the included C-battery. Featuring a tall solid-wood frame with a beautiful white and gold face and a matching pendulum, this mantel clock looks similar to a miniature-sized grandfather clock. This clock informs you of hour changes with the Westminster melody and every quarter-hour with the Whittington melody. If you'd like no melody at all, you can opt out via the chime silencer switch.

Time-teller

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VMarketingSite wood mantel clock with Westminster chime

Features lovely carved details

This walnut-colored mantel clock is crafted of beautifully glossed wood. 

Pros:

  • Three color options to choose from
  • Beautiful carved detailing 
  • Chimes auto turn off from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. 

Cons:

  • Setting time and chimes can be tricky

Measuring 9-by-16-by-3 inches, this clock is wide enough to be used as a centerpiece for your mantel. This luxury clock features a gold-toned face and beautifully carved details, making it look both expensive and well-manufactured. This mantel clock is equipped with an automatic shut-off option, allowing you to mute the clock between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m.

The bottom line

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Add style and functionality to any room with a luxurious mantel clock. The Lovely Home Essentials wooden mantle clock is made from beautiful dark wood with a sunny lacquer finish. This mantel clock has a non-tick technology, keeping it silent. This feature makes this clock excellent décor for quiet rooms.

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