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Decorating with Digital Clocks

It's hard to imagine a time when digital clocks did not exist. These days we are surrounded by digital time sources via our smartphones, laptops, TVs and even our kitchen appliances. While analogue time pieces certainly have their own distinct flair, there's no mistaking the advantages of having one in your home.

Digital clocks are extremely useful in areas where you need to be able to read the time quickly and easily. The kitchen is a fabulous spot for one as measuring time can be essential to perfecting that meal you've just spent hours preparing. Analogue designs with second hands are fine too but digital styles are very quick to read. Bedrooms are other popular places as many have backlit displays which make reading the time possible in low light and dark conditions.

If you have a young child in your home, digital clocks can also help them develop their time awareness and time-reading skills. Pair it up with a kids clock and they'll have even greater exposure to time. Another reason to choose one for your home is if you are trying to create a more contemporary or minimalist feel for your room. Digital displays reek of futurist design elements and when used in sparsely decorated areas they can provide a visually stimulating centrepiece.