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5 Ways to Beautify Your Home for Spring

2/22/2018

Spring is just around the corner and, after a long, dreary winter, homeowners are eager to tackle some outdoor projects. The cool spring weather is perfect for sprucing up the exterior of your home with simple makeovers that pack a punch. Here are 5 easy ways to get your home ready for Spring.

5 Easy Spring Makeovers

Update your mailbox - Is your mailbox looking a little lackluster? Why not upgrade your curb appeal with a custom mailbox? We offer a variety of styles that can be mixed, matched and customized to suit your tastes. You can even add a beautiful address plaque to make it easier for guests to find your home.
Potted plants pop with color - If you don’t have the space or time for a full-sized garden - or if you want to add another layer of color to your home - potted plants on the porch or doorstep add a beautiful pop of color to your entryway. Some of the best potted flowers include:
- Primroses are small plants that bloom early in the spring and are available in a wide variety of colors. Their short stature makes them perfect for mixing with taller plants. They do well in partial shade with medium moisture.
- Tulips are traditional spring flowers known for their bright colors. Whether you reuse the bulbs or opt for already-blooming plants, these flowers are sure to delight. They love full sun and medium moisture.
- Columbines have low-lying foliage while their beautiful, nodding flowers can grow up to 2 feet tall. Happy in partial sun to shade, the flowers are attractive to hummingbirds and resistant to deer and rabbits.
Add a weathervane to your garden - From forecasting the weather to adding character and whimsy, weathervanes are the perfect addition to any garden. We have dozens of styles to choose from. Our durable copper weathervanes can stand sentry over your garden or be mounted to your shed, roof, or cupola.
Clean your gutters - While most homeowners dread this chore, it is one of the most important things you can do for your home. Leaves and debris build up through the winter, cluttering gutters and producing the architectural equivalent of having spinach stuck in your teeth. This debris also prevents water from draining properly, causing the spring rains to overflow your gutters. This can cause the water to back up under the eaves and potentially lead to costly damage to your roof.
Decorate your shed - These utilitarian structures are often hidden in the back corner of a yard, but they can add to your home’s beauty! Add character with a single large element, such as a metal star or an old wagon wheel, or add a window box full of wildflowers for color and fun. For a simple change that adds both beauty and function, add a cupola for improved light, ventilation, and character.

If you’d like more information on cupolas, weathervanes, or mailboxes, call the experts at Valley Forge Cupolas today: 866-400-1776.

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Beautiful, Durable Cupolas for Metal Buildings

2/15/2018

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When choosing cupolas for metal buildings, quality, durability, and appearance are all important factors in your final decision. Our Sundance series of cupolas are specially designed to pair with metal roofs and backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Made from cellular pvc-vinyl with a metal roof and base, these cupolas are available in a variety of color combinations to match any building. With several styles to choose from, you are sure to find one you love.

Metal Cupolas with Character

Traditional and distinguished, the Winchester looks at home on any roofline. The octagonal design and concave roof produce a touch of elegance, while the tall, paned windows allow warm sunshine to flood your building. The model pictured here features straight windows, but arched windows are also available.

Here we have our newest Sundance style, the Dayton. This cupola offers the best of both worlds by combining windows and louvers into one compact design. The windows help chase away gloom while the louvers keep fresh air circulating throughout the building. Sleek and practical, the Dayton adds subtle flair to any roofline.

Perfect for large barns, the Salem cupola brings maximum ventilation to a structure. Proper ventilation is the most important feature of any barn. It helps prevent fires in hay lofts and the growth of mold and mildew. It also helps keep your animals healthy through humid summers and frigid winters.

With six panes on each of its four sides, the charming Milford cupola will light up the interior of your building, reducing your reliance on electric lighting. Its graceful design complements any architecture, allowing it to be easily incorporated into existing structures.

A Full Spectrum of Possibilities

The Sundance line offers 25 colors to choose from, including:

Bone White
Pewter Grey
Bronze
Barn Red
Gold
Forest Green
Slate Blue
Copper Penny
And many more!

You can see a full list of colors here.

Our Cupolas for Metal Buildings Make the Perfect Finishing Touch

This photo comes from one of our many satisfied customers. This 48” Franklin Sundance cupola was given a Galvalume® roof to match the roof of their 42’ barn. The cupola’s louvers complement the existing lines of the structure and will help keep the air in the barn fresh year round.

If you are looking for the perfect crowning touch to your metal building, call the cupola experts at 866-400-1776. We can help you design a cupola that matches your exact needs and tastes and that will grace your building for a lifetime.

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Cupolas, Weathervanes and Other Beach Cottage Decor Ideas

2/8/2018

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Do you have visions of turning your home into the perfect beach cottage? Whether your home is nestled up to sandy beaches or you just wish you had a view of the water, the right elements can give any home a nautical flair. From traditional onion lanterns to mermaid weathervanes, here are 6 of our favorite beach cottage decor ideas.

6 Beach Cottage Decor Ideas

White shiplap - Bright white paint is a staple of almost every beach cottage. It reflects sunlight, making everything feel bright and clean. Another common element is shiplap siding - a style in which each board overlaps the board below. We have incorporated this look into our cupola designs, offering shiplap bases on all our cupolas.
Louvered doors, shutters, and cupolas - Louvers provide protection from the elements while still allowing the sea breezes to blow through your home. Adding a louvered cupola to your roof or gazebo will provide much needed ventilation and allow hot, muggy air to escape.
Let the sun shine - Most beach cottages feature large windows to let in both the spectacular views and ample sunshine. Adding a window cupola to your roofline will bring even more natural light into your home, reducing the need for electric lighting.
Don’t mind feeling blue - Incorporate the colors of the sea into your home, from sapphire blue to bright turquoise. These colors pop beautifully against lighter elements, such as a white vinyl cupola or beautiful western red cedar cupola. If you prefer a seamless look, our vinyl cupolas can easily be painted to match your home.
Pineapples - Pineapples are now a widespread symbol of hospitality, but the tradition started in coastal communities. There are several ways you can incorporate this motif around your home, including weathervanes, lanterns in your cupola or on posts along your driveway and walkways, even as a topper for your mailbox post.
Weathervanes - Weathervanes have long been a part of nautical culture, since sailors depended on the wind to tell them about the weather and to steer their vessels. Keep the tradition alive by adding one of our beautiful copper weathervanes to your roof or cupola. From whales and lobsters to mermaids and boats, we have over two dozen nautical designs to choose from.

Bring Your Beach Cottage Ideas to Life with Valley Forge Cupolas

Your home’s style and personality begins on the outside. Whether you are looking for a cupola, weathervane, or custom mailbox, the experts at Valley Forge Cupolas and Weathervanes can help you discover exactly what you’re looking for. Call us today at 866-400-1776 to turn your beach cottage decor ideas into reality!