Modern hangers allow individual plates to be hung without visible wires.
Plate hanging was very popular in the Victorian era (1837 to 1901), as decorative dishes were works of art, painted with family portraits and landscapes. Back then, plates were hung on the walls with thin wire hangers, which were normally visible. Contemporary plate displaying options allow designers to affix decorative dishes to the walls, without these apparent wires. From specially-designed plate hangers, shelving and display cases, there are many ways to hang a plate. Does this Spark an idea?
Spacing
From arranging single plates to shelving, any wall design should start with proper planning, according to the article "Plan the Perfect Art Arrangement." One way to figure out a plating arrangement is to arrange the plates' composition and design on the wall beforehand, using Kraft paper cutouts. For shelving and display racks, the wall mounts can be measured, leveled and marked with chalk or pencil before installation. After planning, step back and view how the wall arrangement works with other furnishings in the room.
Individual Plate Hangers
Plate hangers have come a long way since their Victorian predecessors, as today's versions practically disappear behind the plates. These special brackets fit the back of most standard plate sizes; some are designed to hold weight up to 30 pounds. Plate hangers are most often used for design compositions that involve the hanging individual plates --- from simple and symmetrical designs that involve a couple of well placed plates, to a more intricate cluster of dishes.
Silhouette Wall Shelves
Silhouette shelves are attached directly to the wall, without the need for visible brackets. They are often used to display art work and decorative accessories, and work equally well for displaying dishes. Plate stands might be necessary to hold the plate vertical, to properly show of the plate's design. These freestanding holders can be arranged as needed on the shelving to get the plates' layout perfect. One benefit to using wall shelving is that it is easy to remove or alter the plate arrangement over time.
Display Racks
Whether wooden or wrought iron, plate racks can be a systematic way of hanging multiple plates. Many styles of racks are available, from antique to modern designs; thus, there is a style to fit most d cor themes. Some racks have the plating design predetermined, as there are slots readily-available for the dishes to slide into. Other designs provide the decorator with more freedom, allowing her to arrange the plates in the rack as she sees fit. Like shelving, the display rack does not affix the plate to the wall; thus, plates can be changed easily, removed or rearranged over time.
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