Selecting Your Cupola
Take a few moments to review the information presented here to
help you select the right cupola. Cupolas and weathervanes make
great-looking additions to homes and other buildings. Cupolas
can be used for ventilation or can just be a decorative accent.
(Most of our cupolas are purchased as decorative accents.)
In selecting the right size cupola for your building, a good rule
of thumb is one and a quarter inches (1.25") of cupola base
for every foot of unbroken roof line. The key idea here is the
unbroken roof line measurement.
For example, if a roof section measures 20', the minimum cupola
base should be 20". However, we usually suggest the next
size larger. Our experience tells us it provides for a more pleasing
appearance. If the cupola is too small, it will look like a bird
house. In fact we recommend going one or two sizes larger, especially
if there is significant height to the structure, or an adjoining
building.
All of our cupolas are "weathervane ready." They do
not require a roof mount or any additional hardware. You will
only need a hand saw, a screwdriver and silicone caulk.
* Made from hand selected Northern White Pine.
* Topped with 16 ounce 24 gauge copper.
* Some cupolas come ready to assemble with easy to understand
instructions.
* Complete installation guide included with every cupola.
* All cupolas come with one coat of a high quality primer.
* All cupolas 36 inches and larger must ship motor freight.
* Speak to our customer service for available options such as
priming, screening and/or an extension base. Please pay attention
to your roofs' pitch and the maximum stated pitch of the cupola
offered. If over this stated pitch, you will need to build an
extension base for your cupola.
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