Spring has finally sprung! For homeowners, this means taking stock of the damage winter storms have done to their homes and starting to make repairs. From cleaning gutters to replacing shingles, your roof will need some TLC. But why just repair your roof - why not improve it?
 
From now through Easter we are offering 72% off our entire collection of cupolas and weathervanes. This sale is the perfect opportunity to scoop up that cupola you’ve had your eye on or, better yet, to craft one of your own. We can build any custom design cupola: simply send us a photo or drawing, or even an architect’s plans, and we can duplicate the design.
 
We also offer free digital quotes so that you will know exactly how your custom cupola will look on your roof. Just email a picture of your building to [email protected] and we will create a digital quote just for you.

These complementary cupolas from our Signature Series show how switching from louvers to windows (or vice versa) can change the look of cupola. You can also add custom molding, such as the dentil molding sported by these two cupolas.

The Roxbury cupola comes from our lovely Estate Select series. The beautiful arched windows with their custom grids are reminiscent of elegant cathedral windows. You can choose between arched or straight frames for windows and louvers, and you can add custom grids to windows.

​You add flair to a cupola from the base to the roof. The “clapboard base” (also known as a “shiplap base”) shown above is now available on all of our cupolas!

Our cupola roofs are also available in a variety of gorgeous colors. You can also choose from concave, straight and bell shapes, or add beautiful standing seams.

Nearly every feature of a cupola can be customized: height, vinyl or cedar, number of sides, extended drip rails, custom trim - the possibilities are endless! Our cupola specialists love to share their knowledge of cupolas with our customers and help you craft a truly one-of-a-kind cupola.

​Our extensive collection of weathervanes and finials help tie the whole look together. Whether you’re looking for a traditional rooster or something more outside the box (perhaps a flying dragon?), we are certain to have the perfect complement to your custom cupola.

One of the hottest design trends is repurposing old barn wood to make items for the home, from end tables and picture frames to coat racks and headboards. Weathered wood has a look and character that is almost impossible to manufacture. It’s no wonder, then, that people are also drawn to antique barn cupolas: they often have a unique look that is uncommon in modern cupola design.
 
However, if you are thinking of purchasing an antique cupola to place on your barn, you might be getting more than you bargained for. You may struggle to find a cupola that meets the specifications and requirements of your roof. Even if you find one, it might take a lot of work to make sure you can get a tight, secure, waterproof seal between it and your roof. You also can’t be certain what condition it is in: has it warped? Cracked? Developed leaks? Has its structural integrity been damaged?
 
Rather than rolling the dice on an antique barn cupola, why not make one of your own? At Valley Forge Cupolas, we can help you recreate the look of antique cupolas with our custom designs. Simply send us a picture of a cupola you like, and our Pennsylvania craftsmen can recreate it.
 
Custom cupolas also offer greater flexibility. If you are torn between two cupolas - you like the roof on one but the window design on the other - we can combine the features you like into one cupola. If you try to purchase an antique barn cupola, you may have to settle for “close enough” instead of perfect.

This classic red barn sports a 42” Morton cupola that has been painted to match. Our vinyl cupolas are easily painted, so if you wish to repaint your barn you don’t have to worry about a clashing cupola. Our copper is also available in a patina finish, to give it an aged, antique look.

Sometimes two is just better than one. This pair of 30” cedar board and batten cupolas anchor either end of this gorgeous barn. They blend seamlessly into the overall structure, while adding to its elegance. If your barn has a long roof, you may prefer multiple cupolas, and it can be nearly impossible to find matching antique barn cupolas.

​You can’t have too much of a good thing. These 150’ barns sport multiple cupolas, ranging in size from 36”-48”. These are the Milford and Franklin style Sundance cupolas, our line of metal cupolas. Available in a variety of colors, these durable cupolas match almost all color combinations. They also come in a range of styles, heights and sizes.

​You deserve the perfect custom cupola. Call us today at 866-400-1776 to talk to our cupola specialists. We look forward to helping you create the barn cupola of your dreams!

During the 1850s through the early 1900s, octagon houses enjoyed a brief popularity in the United States and Canada thanks to a book by Orson S. Fowler. In his book, Fowler explained the advantages of octagonal architecture, from providing added living space and allowing extra natural light, to being more energy-efficient and offering panoramic views. While octagon houses slowly waned from popular production, their shape has lasted as an appealing alternative to the traditional square.
 
If you are looking to add architectural flair to your home, octagon cupolas - such as those in our Signature Series, pictured above - bring a unique and classic charm to your roofline. The exquisite molding of our Signature cupolas complements both the louver and window designs while adding character to the base. Chose the concave roof for a more Gothic look, while the bell-shaped roof offers a softer feel.

The classic shape of the Kingston Cupola feels right at home on older architecture, from storm-weathered New England Colonials to sprawling Southern Plantations. Its concave roof easily sheds rain, sleet and snow, while drawing the eye ever upward. The louvers add much-needed ventilation to attic spaces, protecting items you have stored there as well as making the space more usable.

If you like the look of the Kingston but want to add more light to your home, the Salisbury is the cupola for you. It’s beautiful, tall, arched windows allow natural light to flood your home, brightening and cheering your interior. Available in maintenance-free Azek vinyl, these cupolas are designed to last.

The simple lines of the Villa Cupola complement any architectural design. The gently sloping roof is reminiscent of French country-style architecture, while the beautiful copper makes it an eye-catching adornment to your roof. Whether an old farmhouse or a modern townhouse, this octagon cupola will add class and style to your home.

Why should your house have all the fun? You can also get octagonal cupolas for your gazebo. Our louvered gazebo cupolas are available in the traditional combination of Azek vinyl and copper, or gorgeous Western Red Cedar. Louver cupolas are perfect for keeping your gazebo cool in the summer, allowing hot air to escape rather than being trapped under the roof.
 
If you are looking to add more light to your gazebo, our Salisbury cupola is the perfect choice. While it is small in stature, it has a big personality. With arched windows and a dramatically sloping roof, it defies the notion that gazebos can’t be elegant.

No matter what style or look you are going for, our cupola experts can match you with the perfect cupola. Don’t see quite what you’re looking for in our catalog? We can design a custom cupola for you that brings your vision to life. Call us today at 866-400-1776 to find out more about our beautiful octagon cupolas.

​As the newest trend in homeownership, small houses are taking off in a big way. Just peruse the shows about tiny houses on the HGTV and FYI networks, or the numerous blogs and Pinterest boards dedicated to minimalist living, and you will see how passionate people are about their small homes. And with rising housing costs and plummeting incomes, it’s no surprise so many people are downsizing their homes.
 
While small houses have many benefits, they also present unique challenges when it comes to decorating and storage. Since you don’t have a lot of space to work with, whatever you choose has to pack a punch. There are all sorts of clever storage tips for small homes: from built-in bookshelves to making the most of vertical storage. Being able to look at otherwise unused space and seeing potential is an art form. But do you ever look at your roof and see untapped potential?
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A great way to add usable space to your home - without costly renovations - is to make your attic into a craft room or play area. By adding a small cupola to your roof, you can add both light and ventilation to your attic, as well as character to your roofline.
 
Our most popular model (the CNC cupola pictured above) is available with a base as small as 18”. The perfect cupola ratio is 1.25” of cupola for every foot of roof. So if you have a small home whose roof only spans 14-and-a-half feet, this lovely cupola is just the one for you.
 
If you are looking for a more unique design, the majority of the Estate Select Series cupolas begin at 18” or 24” (perfect for a 19 foot roof). These cupolas are extremely elegant and versatile, offering a wide variety of window, louver, cap, and molding options. For an extra flair, we now offer “clapboard” bases (a.k.a. shiplap bases) on all of our models.

​Even a petite cupola deserves a cute topper! Our small weathervanes are the perfect complement for 24” and smaller cupolas. Whether gracing a home, garage, shed, or a garden pole in your yard, our 36 small weathervane designs are sure to please.

​You don’t have to have a big home to make it fancy or add fun features. Our small cupolas and weathervanes add visual appeal to your roofline and increase your useable space without wreaking havoc on your bank account. Call us today at 866-400-1776 to learn more about our beautiful custom cupolas!