Old And Antique

Some Tips On How To Organize Antique Plates In Your House

For antique lovers, there are several different types of antique items available for them to collect and decorate their home with. Antique plates, for example, are a very popular form of home decoration. These antique plates lend the right blend of charm and elegance to any home and are often a source of great pride for the owner.

Antique plates can add a point of interest to your existing décor. Several people often hang the plates on the wall for a unique look. They can be hung on special holders created for holding plates. One can also make use of ribbons to hold on to them and to hang them from fancy hooks. Arranging the plates is of primary importance as it helps in making them a successful part of the décor. Here we will discuss some tips to keep in mind when decorating with antique plates.

Large plates are usually used as the focus of the décor and therefore, they should be hung in a spot which is appropriate for the size as well as the focus. These pieces should ideally be hung over a sink, server, or over a sofa. They can also be kept behind the dining set, over the fire place or on a feature wall.

If you have smaller antique plates to put up, grouping them together in a particular space can make for an interesting décor idea. Also it will prevent the plates getting lost within the rest of the décor. You can use a specific theme when grouping the plates together such as color, style or pattern. One of the smaller plates can be hung low on the wall in as close proximity to the furniture as maybe possible so that it does not appear as though it's floating.

If you want to group the plates together make sure that they are spaced properly. Each of the items should be placed about 3 inches further away from the item on each side. You can try positioning them somewhere on the floor or table for a pleasing arrangement before nailing them in. Also remember to take the measurements carefully before you begin to make the holes.

The plates should ideally be hung at the center of the room at eye level. The center here should be roughly around 60 to 66 inches from the floor. If they are to be viewed from a sitting position, as in the case of a dining room, you can hang the plate at the eye level of the sitter.

These tips can really help you use your antique plates as decorations around your house. It can help convert your bare walls into a designer showcase with the antique plates as its very own unique focus. Therefore, antique plates are not only a collector's delight but also go along way in giving your home instant charm.