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If you love mixing timeless charm with a little character, a decorative plate wall is a simple and stylish way to bring vintage flair into your home. Whether it’s a hallway, a kitchen nook or above the mantelpiece, decorative plates can turn even the smallest corner into something special. At Some of a Kind, we believe that preloved pieces deserve a second chance, and there’s no better way to showcase them than on your walls.
In this post, we’re sharing some of our favourite ideas for creating a decorative plate wall that feels curated, personal and perfectly at home in a vintage-inspired space.
There’s something inherently nostalgic about blue and white ceramics, transferware scenes and delicate floral details. Decorative plates have been a staple in British homes for generations, and when grouped together on a wall, they add a sense of history and character that’s hard to replicate with modern mass-produced art.
Whether you opt for a full gallery wall or a simple row of plates on a dresser, they instantly add texture, pattern and charm to your interiors, and because each one is unique, your display will feel truly personal.
Create visual interest by combining dinner plates, side plates and small platters. Odd numbers often work best, so try grouping 3, 5 or 7 plates together in an organic layout.
A cohesive colour scheme like classic blue and white helps your display feel pulled together, even if the plates are all different patterns. Perfect for fans of vintage china and traditional British pottery.
Use plates to draw attention to a specific area – above a bed or sofa, around a mirror, or framing a door. They act like art but bring extra texture and depth.
If you already have a gallery wall, try adding a few decorative plates to the mix. They pair beautifully with paintings, photographs and vintage finds, adding dimension and variety.
This is the million dollar question, and luckily, it’s easier than you might think!
Lay your plates out on the floor and try a few different arrangements. Snap a photo of your favourite one to use as a guide.
Traditionally wire plate hangers were used to hook over the plate and hang onto a nail or hook in the wall. However, these can damage the plates and also don’t always sit as flat against the wall as you’d like.
For that reason we love adhesive disc hangers.They stick to the back of the plate and are invisible when hung, perfect for a cleaner look. We love these ones.
Just make sure whatever you use is strong enough for the weight of the plate and suitable for your wall type.
Use paper templates or painter’s tape to plan your arrangement on the wall before committing. Start with the centre plate and build outwards.
At Some of a Kind, we carefully hand-pick every piece in our vintage homeware collections, from timeless Spode and Royal Staffordshire to one-off studio pottery designs. Our plates are not just beautiful; they’re affordable, sustainable and full of character.
Creating a plate wall with second-hand pieces means you’re not just decorating your home, you’re giving long-forgotten treasures a new lease of life.
Browse our current selection of decorative plates to start your own display and give your walls a story to tell.
