It happens to the best of us: you're all set to inject some life into your living room with a bold new colour scheme, only to find yourself playing it safe with neutral beige... again. While there's absolutely nothing wrong with neutrals, if you’ve ever longed to explore bolder interiors but didn’t know where to start, you’re not alone. The key to using colour confidently is knowing how to work it into your space in thoughtful, layered ways, and one of the most underrated tools? A coloured wall clock.

Here’s how to embrace colour in your home without it feeling overwhelming, and how something as simple as a wall clock can be part of your colour story.

Colour-drenching is the technique of using the same colour across multiple surfaces: think walls, ceilings, skirting boards, and even doors. It can blur the edges of a room, making it feel more expansive and cohesive. A clever twist? Add a contrasting wall clock in a bold or complementary shade to draw the eye and make your wall a focal point without the need for extra décor, for example, a room drenched in sage green can look unexpectedly fabulous when paired with a pink wall clock. Or, you can stick with a wall clock in your key colour- for example, add a blue wall clock to a room already drenched in blue to create layers and texture.

In small spaces, contrast can be your friend. Painting a hallway or corridor a dark shade and adjoining rooms lighter can create a sense of depth and drama. A pale green wall clock or soft yellow wall clock in the brighter space can enhance that contrast, echoing the lighter tones while still providing a point of interest.

Many assume pale colours automatically make a room feel lighter and bigger, but overly reflective shades can actually highlight shadows and imperfections. Instead, opt for rich neutrals with depth. Complement them with a matte-finish wall clock in mustard, forest green or navy for warmth and balance.

Dabbling in colour doesn’t mean diving in headfirst. Start with smaller pieces: a painted skirting board, a vibrant bedside table, or a jewel toned headboard. Coloured wall clocks are a brilliant first step: a cheerful orange wall clock or sage green clock above a desk or in the kitchen adds energy without demanding a full redecoration.

Art is a great way to test your comfort zone with bolder shades. Once you’ve chosen a piece you love, pull colours from it to inspire accessories, cushions, or even your choice of clock. A clock in one of the artwork’s accent colours can subtly tie your whole scheme together.

Rugs, floor cushions, and painted floorboards are excellent ways to introduce colour from the ground up. Layering colour vertically- from the floor to the walls to your wall accessories- gives your space dimension. Choose a wall clock with warm tones to echo the colours below and create harmony.

Colour theory is helpful, but not a hard and fast rulebook. Love pink and green together? Go for it. Fancy a lemon yellow clock in a teal kitchen? Why not. The beauty of colour is that it’s deeply personal, and the most stylish interiors are the ones that reflect the people living in them.

Wall clocks are more than just practical timepieces, they’re one of the easiest, most impactful ways to bring colour into a room. Whether you choose a retro red, a soft pastel, or a sleek monochrome design, a colourful wall clock provides both function and flair. Plus, they’re easy to update as your tastes evolve, especially as Jones clocks are all at a price point which won’t break the bank. 

So next time you feel tempted by beige, remember: a pop of colour doesn’t have to be scary. Start with a statement wall clock, and build your confidence- and your colour scheme- from there.

Explore our curated selection of colourful wall clocks designed to add character to every space.