There is nothing more charming then seeing a cheerful, whimsical weather vane whirling on the roof top of buildings. Weather vane sculptures have been a sought out art form, a great depiction of early Folk Art, distinctive, enchanting, to perfectly match every taste. Derived from the Old English word fane, meaning flag or banner, the weather vane has been a part of culture since 48 BC.
Weather vane as with cupolas need to be sized right to get that second glance from the ground view.Weather vanes may be placed on top of a cupola or on top of a building. When choosing the right size to be placed on top of an cupola, select the weathervane roughly the same size as the cupola base, or within 6 inches either way.Weathervanes are generally available in three sizes. The larger ones are for large homes, barns or commercial buildings.
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They present an impressive scale with elegant design. The full size weathervanes are for homes, garages, or gazebos, where the buildings peak is around 12 feet tall. The garden or cottage weathervanes are for small buildings and create whimsical, delightful accents while adding a personal touch. Use the above information so as not to get too small size, as weathervanes, like cupolas will appear smaller as you get them on the roof. Be sure to measure and get the right size to get the stand out look with pizzazz!Besides the traditional way of displaying weathervanes on the roof top, one can also display them indoors over fireplace mantels, on window sills, mounted on the wall, or on a display base on the floor.
Others choose to mount them on the railing of the deck or on a mount in the yard.Weathervanes are made out of copper, brass and stainless steel to ensure a rust free, maintenance free product. The copper will patina over time, usually between 4-10 years as the copper reacts to the weather. The type of weather one has affects this; the process goes faster near salt water or in humid conditions, and slower in dry regions. As the copper changes it will have a period of looking dark before turning to a beautiful natural patina. A finish can be applied to keep the copper color looking shiny with luster.When installing weathervanes, make sure the figure can turn freely in the wind. The weathervane figure always points into the wind.
So it is always pointing the direction the wind is blowing. Weathervanes are easy to install, all you need is a screw driver, all the parts slide onto the rod and are secured with set screws. There are several mounting options, depending on where the weathervane will be placed: roof mount, garden mount or deck mount. Visit with the supplier regarding the mounting material needed. Weathervanes give your estate a distinguishing architectural accent that displays your personality, interests, or identifies the area where you live. The possibilities are almost endless. Whatever your reason for purchasing a weathervane, you now have a part of traditional American Folk Art. Here is hoping that favorable winds blow you way.