The Best Chrome Wall Clocks for a Retro 70s Look

Chrome was one of the defining materials of the seventies home, appearing on arc lamps, glass topped tables, bar trolleys and bold wall clocks. In this article, we look at the chrome clock styles that capture the decade most convincingly, including sunbursts, starbursts, space age rounds with thick bezels, domed and orb designs, and the more restrained station clock. We explain why chrome needs a warm palette around it, with burnt orange, mustard, chocolate brown, avocado and cream, and where to hang a chrome clock for the most effect, whether above a low sofa, a drinks cabinet, in a retro kitchen or against wood panelling. You will also find ideas for pairing the clock with coffee tables, floor lamps, seating and media furniture, practical advice on keeping a retro scheme liveable in a modern home, plus simple sizing guidance and the gentle cleaning routine that keeps chrome looking bright for years....