Display stands and holders

Hanging a vase, raising an object, holding a stem: these pieces serve the display more than storage. This page brings together hanging vases, a metal rack and display stands for the home.

Hang rather than set down

A hanging vase frees up the surface and draws the eye upward, which helps in a hallway or a small bathroom. Choose an attachment point that is already sturdy, a coat hook, a rail, a backsplash upright, and keep small sizes where people pass.

Play with heights

A composition rarely works on a single level. A display stand raises a piece and creates the high point around which the other objects naturally fall into place. Alternate two or three heights, then leave some empty space, because it is the space around an object that brings it to life.

The rack, storage on proud display

A metal rack shows what it holds; it is not meant to disappear into the decor. It holds a dried branch, a garland, a light textile, and becomes a line in the room itself. Place it near a light-colored wall so its outline stands out, and avoid filling every last inch of it.

Frequently asked questions

Does a hanging vase need water?

A dried or preserved arrangement makes life easier up high, since there is nothing to fill or empty. If you prefer cut flowers, hang the vase within easy reach.

What stand height for a floral arrangement?

Allow about one and a half times the height of the stand for the botanical part, the proportion that looks right to the eye. Beyond that, the whole arrangement visually tips upward.

How do I care for a metal stand?

A dry cloth is enough for dust, and a damp wipe dried immediately removes a mark. Avoid standing water at the base of the stand, especially on a stone or wood floor.