We are always seeking feedback from our customers on how we can improve the grandfather clocks and other clocks we offer, as well as input on adding new ones.

We had ventured into the Pet Clocks™ niche, which we are still pursuing, albeit with fewer resources than we had originally planned.  We read today about a prototype in the works for a 100% solar-powered plane that could fly non-stop (except for maintenance) day and night with no other power source.  Quite exciting.  It will have the wingspan of a commercial jet and yet otherwise look a lot like a helicopter without the rotary blades atop.  If this can be done, surely we can make or find some solar clocks that are better than the ones we, at least, have seen on the market to date.  We want to be more green too!

What about a clock that could talk to you in your own voice, or that of a loved one (or hated or feared one), as your way of waking up in the morning.  Or one with a customized chime?  Would you be willing to pay a lot more for a super-high-quality sound you might want to showcase in your own home?

One area we definitely will be beefing up in the near term is for clocks for the visually impaired or those with hearing problems.  We will likely be adding phones as well, as well of course and very large numeral clocks, in the near future.  One manufacturer promised us their clocks could “wake the dead”.  We can guarantee you that we will be making no such claims.  Yet the range of offerings, from alarm clocks which shake the bed to one which also has a line go on and off and on and off, will be quite impressive.  With the phones, we will likely be offering services or features which are somewhat similar to the First Alert (I’ve fallen and I can’t get up) system which has been on the market for many years.

Stay tuned for some exciting additions.

AND please do let us know WHAT YOU WANT.  We know grandfather clocks are the greatest.  we just want to make sure we meet as many of our customer needs as reasonably possible.

Grandfather clocks have always been one of the quintessential gifts for Fathers Day from their grown children.  We see this happening this time every year, and it’s wonderful to see grown children willing to be so generous to the ones who in many cases gave or helped make them what they are today, and in some cases in spite of that.

Wall clocks and mantle clocks and atomic clocks are also particularly popular as gifts for Fathers Day.  Among the best selling brands are Howard Miller Clocks, Ridgeway Clocks and Hermle Clocks.

While gift-giving of clocks is as popular on Mothers Day as it is on Fathers Day, the one big difference is that many more of the gifts on Fathers Day are grandfather clocks.  Mechanical chiming wall clocks, and chiming mantel clocks, such as those made by companies like Howard Miller and Ridgeway, do an especially  brisk business just before Mothers Day.

Time comes and time goes, but the tradition of giving clocks for special occasions, including a grandfather clock as wedding gifts and milestone anniversary gifts, is here to stay.  We at 1-800-4CLOCKS are quite happy about that.

This time topic may sound absurd on the face of it, but judging from the countless times we have been contacted by couples getting a divorce, and either wanting to sell their clock or get an appraisal, it is a topic much more common than one might imagine.  Grandfather clocks, which may have been handed down through generations, frequently have individuals with particularly noteworthy and heartfelt attachment.

On several occasions, we have heard individuals say things to the effect that “I would rather use my grandfather clock for firewood”, before letting it go at that price, or before accepting a valuation lower than they believe it should be.  While not quite the custodial battles for children, it is a sociological phenomenon worthy of not.

Interestingly, with newer grandfather clocks by makers such as Howard Miller Clocks, Bulova Grandfather Clocks, Hermle Floor Clocks, Ridgeway, Kieninger and more, people can have the feel of the old and have it new.

Keeping the family peace.  Just one more contribution to society we try to make at 1-800-4CLOCKS.

Our Store 1-800-4CLOCKS, which is a leader in grandfather clocks discounts and sells clocks of all types, was intrigued by inquiries received in advance of the November 4 Presidential Elections.

The request was to purchase atomic wall clocks and atomic mantel clocks that could be used is polling places around the country, being especially helpful when it comes to closing time for the USA polls.  Atomic clocks are known for their accuracy to within a tiny fraction of a second, and being able to synchronize polling closing times was seen as a major benefit.

Among the clocks considered for use on a grand scale were Howard Miller Atomic Clocks.

Which were chosen and used where?  Unfortunately, we are not at liberty to disclose.

We can say that we were not able to offer, yet, an atomic grandfather clock.  Perhaps by the time the next election comes around.

If you want an affordable and really fresh way to perk up your décor in a way that is completely in line with your own style, consider clocks. Shopping online has allowed us to access some of the best products available in the marketplace; and logistically speaking it is not at all necessary that we be close enough to drive to an actual physical location. Through clock suppliers, consumers can find all the makes, models, and styles that best suit them and that speak to them on a deeper level than just picking them up in a random store.

Through online clock suppliers, expect to find:

* Wall clocks. From round faced wall clocks to pendulum style clocks, wall clocks are a great way to add some flair to your space. Traditional pendulum style clocks round out a classic style home and some of the really fun and funky round faced wall clocks really lend some pizzazz to a bolder, more contemporary style.

* Mantel clocks, Sure, they look great on a mantelpiece; but mantel clocks are small and portable enough to work in just about any room in the home and in any situation. Try mantel clocks on decorative tables, on shelves in place of bookends, and in the nooks and crannies in your home that you want to fill with something special.

* Grandfather and grandmother clocks. These grand pieces are the quintessential clock and they look amazing just about anywhere. But don’t think that you have to go classic in order to get a grandfather clock; high-end online clock suppliers are showing a bevy of modern, fun styles of grandfather clocks.

Trends come and go in everything from fashion to home décor. For most of us, following along with what’s hot at the moment is a costly affair – far too costly to engage in; we simply stick with the classics and throw some trendy items in here and there to keep our outfits fresh and our home in style.

In the home especially, staying true to every trend that comes down the pike is largely unattainable unless you have vast financial resources and a ton of time on your hands. Instead, like with clothing, it’s best to surround yourselves with classics and ride out the trends with as little fanfare as possible. To that end, it helps to choose items for your home that are always in style, including accessories such as clocks.

Using clocks in a home as a decorative element is a great way to add high style at low prices and infuse your home with classic pieces that are timeless and trend-proof. Some of the ways in which to use clocks in the home include:

* Add a classic wall clock to your family room décor. Purchase a clock that is made from the same kinds of wood used in your family room furniture and you will create a cohesive flow to the room.

* Use mantel clocks wherever you can. People really overlook the impact that mantel clocks can have in a room. They are small, they are portable, and they look great no matter where you put them. Get creative and add a classic touch on shelves and countertops with mantel clocks.

* Grandmother clocks. They have all the style and sophistication of grandfather clocks in a smaller stature; perfect for areas of your home that you really want to highlight.

As homeowners we all look for ways to maximize our design dollar. While we may have an idea of what we would want (derived from high-end design magazines and television shows) we are under no illusion that we can achieve that look, under most circumstances, without spending thousands of dollars to make it happen. The successful do-it-yourself designer that is able to achieve their design goals without breaking the bank does so with the use of creativity – looking for objects that only look rich but are affordable for the average home designer.

With the use of faux paint finishes we can create a look on our walls that may look as though we spent thousands to have a professional create it; our linens can be high-end but purchased from a discount retailer (it pays off to keep an eye towards those sales); and furniture is crafted in such a way that it may look like it is custom made but was really picked up for a song from a furniture store chain.

Accessories are really where the luxury look for less can really pay off, however. Clocks, for instance, are among those pieces that can look amazing but won’t put a home designer over budget to place in their home. Through online clock suppliers, consumers can find high quality clocks of all kinds – mantel clocks, wall clocks, atomic clocks, even grandfather and grandmother clocks – at great prices. And because the most renowned clock manufacturers are invested in providing their customers with high end designs and quality materials at low prices, homeowners can really punch up their design efforts without having to spend a fortune.

The recreation room – or rec room, as it is more commonly referred to – in a home is traditionally the place in which family and friends gather to relax, have conversation, watch television, and play games. It may be the room in the home in which the family chooses to place a pool table or ping pong table, or the room in the home in which the family chooses to create a home theatre where visitors can watch the latest movie release on a large screen and with professional type home theatre audio. No matter how a rec room is utilized, however, it should ultimately be a place that encompasses all the things that mean the most to the home’s family; those things that will allow them to relax and be comfortable.

Decorating a rec room, therefore, often becomes about pulling in those design elements that most reflect the collective personality of the family in question. This can be extended to all things in the room including the paint that goes on the wall, the furniture that is selected, and the artwork that is displayed. One of the things that many people choose to use in their rec room – as part wall art, part design accessories – is the clock. After all, clocks can now be purchased in a variety of designs and styles – all of which can easily integrate into the rec room design theme.

Consider a fun and funky wall clock on the wall of a rec room that tells the time but is fun to look at and is more casual in design; an interesting mantel clock or atomic clock that sits on a shelf or table; or perhaps even a grandmother clock that takes up a corner and plays a fun melody at the turning of the hour.

We are always looking for ways in which tackle our home design and ultimately make our home something that rises up to meet us when we walk in the front door at the end of the day. Our home should be a reflection of everything that we are and everything that means something special to us; the way in which we utilize paint and texture and pieces of furniture should all work towards the goal of creating something that reflects our personality.

Interior design is not an exact science; it is a form of art and self-expression. Some homeowners turn to interior design professionals to help them realize their home design goals. But ultimately it is our own needs and desires that must be realized – our own personal design ideas. And to this end, we must infuse our homes with those things that mean the most to us.

Clocks have become more and more a part of interior design concepts as homeowners and renters alike look to clocks to help them make a plain room something truly special. Consider those who are renting their properties and cannot make any real structural changes to the home but still want to make it something that is all about them. By placing different types of clocks in various rooms in the home – mantel clocks, wall clocks, and even a grandfather or grandmother clock – we can make each room something that is unique and something that means something to us.

For homeowners, as well, the use of clocks can become a part of the overall design process in making a home something that is special and wonderful.

Antique clocks are beautiful to look at but in many instances they just don’t deliver in terms of functionality. I once ran across a beautiful antique clock at an estate sale and I purchased it on the spot. I loved the way it looked but I was never able to bring it back in terms of functioning properly. Because it didn’t actually tell the time, the uniqueness of the clock was somewhat minimized; it almost looked plastic because the hands didn’t move and before long I just took it out of the room in which I had placed it, opting instead for something that still had life within it.

I was able to find this amazing website that allowed me to find all of the clock styles with which I was enamored but with modern functionality that would allow me to always have a working clock in the room that I had chosen

I began with a wall clock in the family room; a miniature looking grandfather clock that hung on the wall above the couch. While this is normally a more traditional design, I chose a wall clock that was more modern in design – made from lighter woods and utilizing wrought iron parts that made it a more contemporary fixture in the room.

In the living room I choose a grandmother clock as I did not have quite the ceiling height to pull off the use of a grandfather clock. I chose a more traditional styled grandmother clock with ornate carvings and traditional wood. It plays a beautiful melody every hour on the hour.

Above the fireplace I replaced the antique mantel clock with a clock that looks similar in design but has a modern technology. Now the room comes to life with the ticking of a beautiful clock – that looks beautiful and works perfectly.