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I interact on a daily basis with builders, architects, and homeowners concerning weathervanes, cupolas, finials, and lightning rods. It’s evident after countless conversations with professionals and lay people alike that there is a huge gray area regarding these rooftop embellishments. This discussion group is created with the hope that through education others will come to understand these wonderful architectural elements and will enthusiastically incorporate them into their plans. There are so many areas of confusion. Installation? Sizing? Grounding? Handmade vs. imported weathervanes? Tarnishing & finishes? Antique appraisals and insuring? Choosing the right dealer or craftsman? Making your own? Repairing? Getting parts? Restoration? This is your forum-post your questions, experiences, suggestions, photos, great ideas, advice and comments. Get help for your project and help others with theirs. No blatant advertising or mudslinging please, this is to be used as a classroom not a soapbox.
With the settlement of a New World, Americans facilitated widespread use of weathervanes and cupolas by making them fashionable. Today, these items are being rediscovered as an opportunity to express personality; and individuality is in vogue.
To serve the growing demand, there are more vanes being made in the world today than at any point in history. Due to the large variety of manufacturers and styles, becoming familiar with these items is crucial when designing a project. Since the purchase of a weathervane is often a singular affair, and because it’s inaccessible and highly visible, it is important to design and buy carefully.
With the right help and proper selection, there are few elements that can finish a project like the right rooftop ornamentation. Architects, builders, and homeowners that have successfully explored these products have always become convinced of their architectural value.
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I interact on a daily basis with builders, architects, and homeowners concerning weathervanes, cupolas, finials, and lightning rods. It's evident after countless conversations with professionals and lay people alike that there is a huge gray area regarding these rooftop embellishments. This discussion group is created with the hope that through education others will come to understand these wonderful architectural elements and will enthusiastically incorporate them into their plans. There are so many areas of confusion. Installation? Sizing? Grounding? Handmade vs. imported weathervanes? Tarnishing & finishes? Antique appraisals and insuring? Choosing the right dealer or craftsman? Making your own? Repairing? Getting parts? Restoration? This is your forum-post your questions, experiences, suggestions, photos, great ideas, advice and comments. Get help for your project and help others with theirs. No blatant advertising or mudslinging please, this is to be used as a classroom not a soapbox.
With the settlement of a New World, Americans facilitated widespread use of weathervanes and cupolas by making them fashionable. Today, these items are being rediscovered as an opportunity to express personality; and individuality is in vogue.
To serve the growing demand, there are more vanes being made in the world today than at any point in history. Due to the large variety of manufacturers and styles, becoming familiar with these items is crucial when designing a project. Since the purchase of a weathervane is often a singular affair, and because it's inaccessible and highly visible, it is important to design and buy carefully.
With the right help and proper selection, there are few elements that can finish a project like the right rooftop ornamentation. Architects, builders, and homeowners that have successfully explored these products have always become convinced of their architectural value.
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