Duckydora Reclaimed Cornish Slate Hooks: Review
The last time I was in the flat, I was sat on the floor as the furniture had all been moved to the new place, shredding old papers to take to the tip, to saving having to move them and as I looked around two things that struck me. Firstly, was how I wouldn’t miss it, I was surprised by the lack of emotional attachment to the place. Don’t get me wrong, times there weren’t always bad, but I felt nothing when it came to leaving it behind.
The second thing was how dark it was, even without the curtains up and it being the middle of a brght sunny warm day, the place was dark and dismal – nothing like the bright, light bungalow that in just a couple of days I had become accustomed to.
When it comes to the new place, I love finding small finishing touches that can really make it feel like home and while we are far from finished, we have managed to get together some nice pieces, including these gorgeous reclaimed Cornish slate hooks from duckydora.
These beautiful hooks feature two heart shaped iron hooks, on a piece of reclaimed Cornish slate. This is then wood backed to make hanging easier. I always find it easier to go over the not so good first so here we go; we did find that the holes on the slate and wood didn’t completely match up and as such needed re-drilling and the screws used to place the iron hooks on, were mismatched, perhaps this was to give it a more rustic feel? However, there is part of me that would love for them to actually match.
With the bad done, let’s go on with the good. I absolutely love the slate used, there is something about the different shades and patterns those colours create, that make for such an interesting design. That’s without talking about the hooks, I have long wanted to iron hooks in the home and these, with the heart shaped top have to be some of the most different I have come across.
When it comes to stability, they are really sturdy. We obviously used a drill and screws to get them into the wall and while I wouldn’t go swinging off it, I feel entirely comfortable using it to hang up the coats and bags we need in easy reach of the front door.
While there were a few niggles, I wouldn’t say they were anything too bad and I most definitely love the finished look of the hooks on my wall, so they were worth working with. Plus I have to say the paint colour I popped up in the hall, seems to really complement them as well.
If you fancy buying yourself a pair of reclaimed Cornish slate hooks from Duckdora, you can do so on their website, where they cost £40 and you can also buy some other gorgeous slate items such as clocks and chalk board.
What do you think of the Duckydora reclaimed Cornish slate hooks; would you like them in your home?
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They are so pretty! I would love to have something like this at home! I love the idea and how different they are too! I wonder if it’d be easy to DIY them!
They really are so pretty aren’t they – I have so many other places I could hang some as well. x
wow, how neat! Looks unique and well made. Thanks for sharing!
Those are really beautiful! I just recently bought some hooks mounted on a white picket fence.
Oh I bet they are so pretty as well – what a lovely idea. x
I love the simplicity of these hooks. I am definitely thinking of where I am going to put them.
They could go anywhere I think, I’m tempted to get another pair of the bedroom. x
This is simply amazing 🙂
Omg definetly cute!!! I would love to have these in my home. They would look so fab!
Okay.? Not only can they hold up your belts or clothes but they are decorative. PRetty neat.
Exactly – why just go for plain old hooks when you can make it a bit of a feature as well 😉 x
Those are really nice hooks. I’m glad to hear that they are sturdy.
I’ve never seen hooks like these. Very cute shelf for hanging coats!
They are so cute aren’t they really make a nice feature as well as being practical 🙂 x
Love these slate hooks. They would be perfect for my pantry.
They are absolutely gorgeous aren’t they – so many places they could go around the home. x
This is so beautiful hooks.Thank for share this
These are absolutely looks cute. I want to have this perfect for our home.
It really is just the cutest – it looks gorgeous hanging on the wall as well. x
I could sure use some of these, about a dozen to be exact, lol. I would use them in my laundry room to hang my brooms, mops, etc and also to hang hangers when drying.
Haha I did think about getting a couple more, they are so nice, I couldn’t believe how well it went with the paint colour as well! x
Those are gorgeous . I love old hooks and things like this. Reclaiming things like this is so much fun and always looks so good.
I always wonder what things went through before hand, who owned them, what they were used for. x
These reclaimed cornish slate hooks look amazing and I really like the used look of the slate. Duckdora I will have to check out for sure and they would make for a great house warming gift. Thanks for sharing a great review.
They have some gorgeous things for all parts of the home, a lot of slate products as well which I adore! x
such awesome heart shaped hooks/holders. i like that they are sturdy and can hold the weight
They are so lovely looking aren’t they – the hooks are so cute. x
They are the perfect addition to any entry way! I really like the rustic look, it gives off that cozy feel. It’s definitely a good find.
Love these slate hooks. They would be perfect for my pantry.
Yes that is such a good idea of an area for them! x
I like the design of that hook. Looks perfectly in my bedroom!
It is so pretty isn’t it- such a neat idea for some fantastic looking hooks! x
I would love to have these hooks! Look really great.
They really are so good – strong, sturdy and look great – perfect combo! x
I really like the way the slate looks. I’d love to have a look at some of the other slate items on DuckyDora.
They have some gorgeous bits – I am so tempted to buy some more I have to admit! x
This are really awesome hooks, I’d love to have them in my house.
They are absolutely beautiful – I think they would fit in, in some many different places as well. x
I love the hooks! They are so pretty and practical because you can never have too many hooks to hang jackets and such on!
I totally agree with that, we always seem to find yet another thing to hang up 😉 x
I love how this looks!! I love that reclaimed design decoration like this are so popular.
It is gorgeous isn’t it, I’m a real fan of everything reclaimed and recycled as well 🙂 x
They looks nice! i like their retro style
These are really cute. We could use s few hooks around my home. This is functional decor.
It really is, I love when people mix function with style 😉 x
I love those cornish slate hooks.They would make a great place to hang keys or other things in the foyer.
They are perfect for that sort of thing, they are large and strong as well so you can really hang whatever you want 🙂 x
These are really neat hooks. I am always adding hooks around my house for coats and towel, etc. These would be great in my house.
I keep thinking of other places I could hang some I have to admit. x
Way too cute! I love anything country and rustic. This fits the bill perfectly. I love this and will have to check this site out!
I am the same – I wish I had an eye to be able to use it all over the place 😉 x
I love decorating with reclaimed items. I have a couple of tables I have made with reclaimed pallet wood. So much character, and that is definitely what these slate hooks have. I love them.
Oh wow I bet they are so beautiful – it always amazes me the things people can make with reclaimed pieces. x
Oh my gosh you have no idea how much I love these! I am totally going to use these in my house!
I am so pleased others like them as well – lets hope their are homes everywhere with them up soon 😉 lol x
This is really a cool and convenient one! Great one to share thanks for this!
It is awesome isn’t it – we have it by the front door so keep our dog walking tops on it 😉 x