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We Know: All About Buying Wind Chimes
About Wind Chimes
Wind chimes are often used for decorative accents and for the relaxing sounds that they make. While some wind
chimes are modest, others are quite large and make a pronounced sound. Though some choose to make their own wind chimes,
it can be challenging to create a group of tonal sounds that compliment one another.
Buying Tips for Wind Chimes
When shopping for wind chimes, keep these things in mind:
- Though most wind chimes are kept outside, not all are weather proof. Look
for wind chimes that will last in whatever conditions you live in, whether
it's excessive sun, rain, or heavy snow. You can also treat the wood parts
with a protective coating of polyurethane.
- Pre-tuned chimes are advertised to have a better sound. Ideally, you should test the sound of any wind
chime before you purchase it. The tonal range and variety of sounds produced by wind chimes varies dramatically and
what may sound relaxing to one person may be annoying to someone else.
- Some wind chimes come with brackets that allow you to mount and hang the chimes from a vertical surface.
- The chimes can be made of aluminum, wood, glass, or other materials.
Examples of Wind Chimes
There are many types, sizes, kinds, and price ranges for wind chimes. Here are several:
- Woodstock Percussion GBS Gregorian Baritone Chime: Silver windchimes with a medieval baritone sound. Chimes are 56" long.
Sells for around $125.
- Woodstock Percussion CTS Chimes of Tuscany Wind Chime: Tuned to a Verdi aria. Chimes are 27" long. Sells for
around $33.
- Whispering Winds Red Rose Glass Pewter Wind Chime: Chimes are 25" long. Sells for around $55.
- Music of the Spheres Soprano Wind Chime: Chimes are 29" long. Sells for around $55.
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