This clock was the perfect size above the door in our master bath - it fits with the bathroom fixtures and decor perfectly.  It does make a fairly loud ‘ticking’ sound - which can actually be heard (barely) in the bedroom.  We got used to it however.  Just would have preferred no sound.  The ‘surround’ is plastic - so it looks best up high (from a distance) where it’s less obvious that it’s plastic - that said - it is a very functional and attractive clock at a good price point - for the location.