| The Weathervane Shoppe Proudly Presents Our 2004 Cupola Collection Cupolas offered in Redwood or Poplar Wood Finishes Made in USA Screening behind louvers is provided. We have designed our cupolas to be larger and priced less that the competition. We represent "TRUE" retail price less 25%. Some sites mark up retail prices or sell cupolas piece by piece. We provide email receipts of your orders. We have a code of conduct on our home page. Our designs offer arches and fluted corners found only on more expensive cupolas! You will receive installation instructions To view or print cupola installation CLICK HERE All WEATHERVANE SHOPPE CUPOLAS ARE DISCOUNTED 25% Cupolas are adapted for weathervane or finial so there is no visible mounting on you cupola roof top. Should you not find the right size or design for your purpose, we do offer custom built cupolas. Click here or Call us to discuss at 800-968-6006 The Weathervane Shoppe Cupolas are manufactured with quality materials and strict attention to detail. When you combine good materials and professional workmanship you get a cupola that is a cut above the competition. Here is a breakdown of our parts and the materials used. Standard Roof: - We start with oriented strand board that is made with water resistant adhesives.
- We add a redwood or poplar arch.
- We put a support block with a 1/4" hole in the top and a brace across the bottom so a weathervane can be installed.
- We clad the roof with copper and seal all joints with 50 year silicone.
Pagoda Style Roof: - We start with either a redwood or poplar roof edge.
- We put a support block with a 1/4" hole in the top of the roof.
- We add rafters which are attached to the roof edge and top support block.
- We put a support brace across the bottom for weathervane installation.
- We form 1/4" luan over the rafters.
- We install either a redwood or poplar arch.
- We clad the roof with copper and seal all joints with 50 year silicone.
Tower: - The tower contains the louvered sections and may be made from redwood or polar.
- We install the louver sections between corner posts and then attach a sill with a rain groove for water run-off.
- Insect screen is provided for the inside of the louver sections.
Base: - The base is made from clear grade of exterior plywood.
- The base can be made any height to accommodate the pitch of the roof the cupola will be mounted on.
Hardware: - We supply brass screws to attach the roof, tower and base together.
- We have a special locator block to attach the tower to the base.
- Complete assembly and painting instructions are included.
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