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Owl weathervane supplied on a round ridge tile capping
- Description
The Steel Owl Weathervane is a beautiful addition to your roof that instantly makes it look more attractive. This ornate weathervane is made of high-quality steel and serves as a beautiful and unique finishing touch.
The weathervane is fully functional, and the way the owl turns smoothly in the wind shows which way the wind is blowing. It comes with a round ridge tile capping that can be made in the normal terracotta colour or in a variety of other interesting colours and finishes.
With an overall height of 31.5" (80cm) and a circular ridge base measuring 12" (30cm) in diameter and 10" (24cm) in height, this weathervane is the perfect size for decorating a roof.
What makes this weathervane stand out is how easy it is to put up. No longer do you have to worry that drilling holes in the roof or putting up hooks will make it less watertight. Putting up this owl weathervane is easy and can be put on the roof in the traditional way by using mortar. This makes for a simple and easy installation.
We also offer a strong but flexible metal strap, it has a number of holes that make it easy to attach to the roof with screws, nails, or any other fitting method. Once the metal strap is safely in place, it can be hidden out of sight with traditional mortar. The owl weathervane is easy to put up on the roof it can even be used in your garden to make a striking focal point
The owl weathervane is a must-have for anyone who wants to add both function and style to their roofs. It is easy to put up and can be used in many ways. With this beautiful feature, you can improve the look of your home right now.
- How to fit and install
There are several ways to install roof finials, as outlined below:
Traditional mortar bedding:
Roof finials can be installed following the same method used for ridge tiles, utilising standard mortar bedding. In cases where the finial is tall or heavy, or if enhanced stability is desired, an additional mechanical fix method can be employed alongside the mortar bed installation.
Mechanical fixing strap and mortar bedding:
For this type of install, a galvanized metal strap is included, discreetly fastened to the underside of the finial ridge base during manufacturing. This durable and flexible metal strap can be adjusted in length by cutting it down to size. Featuring a series of holes, the strap can be screwed, nailed, or embedded in mortar to anchor it to a section of the roof structure. After securing the metal strap, installers can conceal it from sight by applying traditional mortar bed. The mortar used to join the finial with adjacent ridge tiles effectively conceals the strap, resulting in a seamless and neat appearance.
Dry fixing:
Another approach to affixing finials to the roof involves the dry fixing method. This technique involves using a specific manufacturer's dry fixing system, typically incorporating brackets or alternative mechanical fasteners to attach ridge tiles and finials to the roof without the use of mortar. If you are considering a dry fix ridge system, please get in touch with us to determine if this finial design can be adapted to be compatible with your chosen system.
- Delivery
APC Courier tracked and signed for delivery to England and Wales UK Mainland is included in the price for all products
Delivery days are Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Fridays. Sometimes if the delivery is local to our Workshop we may also opt to deliver using our own transport
When the order is ready we contact each customer to arrange a convenient delivery day
Other areas
The delivery rate will be calculated during the checkout process for other parts of the UK (Please note that we cannot offer shipping to the EU or internationally)
Lead time
Please see the main message in the notification area on the website for an up to date guide on lead time
We make all products to order so there is a lead time associated for manufacturing, curing time and delivery. If you order multiples of the same product, need colour matched or special order items please allow extra lead time. If there are extreme weather events or other circumstances beyond our control this may affect the lead time
- Product Performance & Quality
The ridge tile is British Kitemarked, which is a certified industry standard for quality. All products are made in accordance with British Standard versions (BS EN 490: 2004 and BS EN 491: 2004). The ridge fitting is made from a concrete based mix reinforced with small fiberglass strands and additives, with several top coats applied to give its final appearance. The colour of the finial runs all the way through the piece resulting in a strong and long lasting product