Wind chimes and bells to help you relax at home
Calm your mind with soothing sounds created by the breeze.
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There’s something comforting about hearing wind chimes among raindrops, distant sirens, and traffic on busy streets. When a storm wakes you up in the middle of the night, the sound of bells can remind you that you’re at home in your cozy bed, and it’s okay to go back to sleep.
Even if you don’t have any outdoor space, you can add the sound of chimes and bells to your home’s ambiance as long as you have a window that opens. Here are our favorite picks for bringing peaceful tones into your daily life.
Classic look: UpBlend Outdoors Wind Chimes
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Copper red pipes are handsomely complemented by a bamboo striker and windcatcher in this large set of chimes. At about 2.5 feet in length from the ring holding the chimes to the bottom of the windcatcher, these are best for a garden, patio, or porch where they won’t dominate the decor.
Nicest looking: Nalulu Classic Wind Chime
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Installing this large set (42 inches from hook to wind catcher) in a city backyard will give you a welcome contrast to the sound of tires on pavement and the metallic scraping of delivery truck cargo doors. With a stainless steel hook and double-varnished wood, this chime is built to withstand the elements, though you’ll want to hang it out of direct sunlight to preserve the nylon string.
Metallic tones: Kotobuki Japanese Wind Chime
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Japanese ironware bells are perfect for apartments with a balcony or to hang just inside your window frame for days when you are taking advantage of fresh air. Inspired by a temple bell, this green cast iron beauty comes with a paperhanger to catch the wind. Rain and gales can damage delicate paper, so you’ll want to replace the hanger from time to time—leaving the opportunity to create your own with a few words of poetry, a tribute to someone’s memory, or seasonal design.
Sounds of the ocean: North Country Wind Bells
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Even if the sea is a thousand miles away from your home, you can still enjoy the sound of buoys clanking as this wind chime rocks from the power of wind and tide. This unique triangular bell chime includes a wind catcher with a distinct diamond wave shape. It’s made of 60 percent recycled steel and powder-coated in black, for a simple and rugged look.