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Bucket List Home Renovations for the New Year

12/30/2022

Thinking about improving the exterior of your home in the new year? A few simple updates can greatly improve your home’s curb appeal, while also enhancing the value of your home. Whether you're looking for a bit of a project or want something you can do on a tight-budget, check out these bucket list home renovations for the new year. You don't want to miss these popular 2023 curb appeal upgrade ideas.

1. Add Exterior Lighting

Adding exterior lighting to your home never goes out of style. If you’re looking for an easy way to change the appearance of your home, changing the lighting is a great idea. Solar lighting is a popular option to help you save on energy bills, as is pathway lighting.

2. Refresh the Paint

Is your siding looking dated and faded? Over time, your vibrant paint can begin to get dull. While pressure washing might help liven it up, it might also be time for a fresh paint job. Exterior painting can also help enhance the value of your property, which is helpful if you’re planning to sell.

3. Change the Mailbox

If you’re on a tight budget, changing your mailbox is a small change that can make a big difference. Valley Forge Cupolas offer stunning handcrafted mailboxes and mailbox posts that are both unique and beautiful! Made of cellular PVC-vinyl, Valley Forge Cupolas’s mailboxes are guaranteed to look and function beautifully for many years to come.

4. Add Front Door Decor

Adding front door decor may seem like a simple change, but it can go a long way to liven up your home. In the winter months, your home may seem dull. There are so many creative options to add front door decor, whether you want to DIY a Pinterest project or purchase something already-made. Consider adding a wreath, a sign, or something else to jazz up your front door.

5. Add a Decorative Cupola

Looking for something that will make your home stand out from other homes on your street? Add a beautiful cupola. Cupolas are great to add atop barns, gazebos, attached and detached garages, and more. At Valley Forge Cupolas, we offer dozens of designs to appeal to everyone's tastes. Browse through our handmade cupola designs to find a beautiful cupola to add to your home.

Let Us Help Improve your Home's Curb Appeal

Think you want to add a decorative cupola to your home? Contact us at Valley Forge Cupolas today. Open 7 days a week, we're here to help you find a cupola perfect for your home.

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Ways to Customize Your Cupola

12/23/2022

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If you're someone who likes to be "different", you don't want to miss the opportunity to design your own custom cupola. As you browse through dozens of style options here at Valley Forge Cupolas, you'll find that there are so many beautiful options to choose from. However, some customers like the ability to create a custom cupola, perfectly sized for their unique needs.

Keep reading to learn more about the many ways you can customize your cupola through Valley Forge Cupolas.

Customizing the Base

As the "Cupola Specialists", we'll walk you through everything you need to know about your custom cupola selection. First, we'll have you explore the size and shape of your cupola. Depending on the size of the structure you're placing it on, we'll help you estimate the most appropriate size for your structure. There are also several materials you can use for the base, including copper, cedar, metal, and more.

Selecting the Vents

There are also design options to select when it comes to the "vents" or the primary component of your cupola. Choose from different window designs, arches, and accents to make a custom look. Whether you want a simple and modern design or an intricate, rustic design, we've got styles to appeal to every taste. If you don't see something you like, we'll work with you to make your vision come to life.

Picking the Perfect Roof

The top of the cupola or the "roof" can also be customized. There are several material options, such as colored steel, cedar, and more. Roofs also come in many different shapes, from straight to bell shaped. No matter what you've got in mind, we're sure we're up to the task.

Get Started with Your Custom Cupola

Want to meet the "cupola specialists", Beverly & Rick. Known as the experts, we guarantee we'll make your cupola experience great from start to finish. Contact us by phone or email to get started making the cupola of your dreams. We're available every day from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. EST!

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Keep up on “Current” events with a Unique Weathervane

12/16/2022

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The cold of autumn brings brisk winds and falling leaves. While we can’t help you with the leaf raking, we can get you set up with one of our unique weathervanes! Whether you’re an amateur meteorologist or just looking to see if you can fly your kite, you don’t need a weatherman to know which way the wind blows with our variety of unique weathervanes!

When Pigs Fly
Our unique flying pig weathervane is certain to be a conversation starter with family, friends, and neighbors. This little piggy may not make it to market, but it will definitely look beautiful adorning your roof or atop our variety of cupolas. Renters: think you can only erect a weathervane when pigs fly? Purchase one of our garden poles or weathervane stands and this pig will be flying before you know it!

Mounted Migrators

Ahhhhh, one of the quintessential autumn occurrences: witnessing geese flying overhead to a warmer climate (maybe wishing they could carry you with them!). Well, now you can give them some friendly accompaniment! This trio of geese have a lovely polished look that adds refinement to any rooftop. The image of geese in flight can evoke feelings of possibility and freedom and now you can have that reminder every day. Hurry now to make sure you can have this unique weathervane in place before its fellow fliers are gone for the winter!

Set Your Roof Apart
Weathervanes are a time-tested way to give your house, garage, barn, or shed a classic and classy feel, and now you can have that with a unique twist! Let your fun side show and visit us at Valley Forge Cupolas (or give us a ring at 866-400-1776) to distinguish your roof today!

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Decorating your Cupola this Holiday Season

12/9/2022

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Do you love decorating for the holiday season? Whether you prefer simple, clean white Christmas lights or an elaborate display with colored lights, the holiday season comes with so many style choices to explore. Decorating the exterior of your home is a fun way to express your personal style while getting in the holiday spirit!

If you already have a cupola, you already know what a beautiful addition it can make to any exterior structure. While a cupola is beautiful on its own, why not jazz it up some more as you decorate the exterior of your home for the holidays? Check out these fun ways to decorate your cupola this holiday season.

Cupola Decoration Ideas

Add a Wreath: Nothing says Christmas like decorating with wreaths! Try hanging a festive wreath from your cupola to add some style. If your cupola is smaller in size, try a mini wreath to prevent overpowering the wreath.
Christmas Lights: If you’re looking for a quick way to decorate, throw some string lights on your cupola. Lights can help draw the eye to the beautiful features of your Cupola, making it visible at night too!
Garland: A simple garland can go a long way in decorating a cupola too. No matter what style of cupola you have, the garland will look great. Choose a classic garland that matches the color of your home, or stick with classic holiday colors, the choice is yours!
Spot Lighting: Want to really call attention to your beautiful cupola? Add a holiday spot lighting shining directly at your cupola.

Don't Have a Cupola?

Wondering what to put on your Christmas list this year? If you don’t already have a cupola, now is the time to get one. Get your cupola this year just in time to decorate for the holiday season. Valley Forge Cupolas offers a wide array of beautiful cupolas that can add warmth to homes, garages, barns, and more!

If one of our already-made styles doesn’t appeal, consider a custom cupola. Based on your sizing and style preferences, our cupola experts can create a custom structure for your dream. Check out our gallery too for more inspiration.

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Adding Style to your Garage with a Garage Cupola

12/2/2022

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Add a Garage Cupola to your Detached Garage

Want your stand-alone garage to look as great as your house? Your boring garage doesn’t need to look boring when you add a garage cupola. Adding a cupola to a detached garage helps create flow and brings style to your garage. No matter what type of style your home is, Valley Forge Cupolas is guaranteed to have a style that matches your needs.

Our garage cupola experts will take into consideration the size of your detached garage and your home. Based on our measurements, we can help you pick the most suitable size. Whether you want to make a bold statement or simply enhance your garage, we’ll help you every step of the way.

In the example below, we added a 42”-wide vinyl Hexagon with a Windows-style cupola on a 3-car garage. As you can see, the garage cupola adds a beautiful touch to this stunning home.

Garage Cupolas for Attached Garages

Got a garage attached to your home? Your home will look great with a garage cupola! Garage cupolas add an element of dimension to your home. With the addition of a garage cupola, your home will look the best on the block! In addition to enhancing the beauty, it will also help add some value to your home too.
No matter what your needs are, Valley Forge Cupolas can help you create the garage cupola of your dreams. Our cupolas are built entirely in the USA. We take pride in working with Amish craftsmen that build all of our cupolas right here in Pennsylvania. Furthermore, we continue to expand our selection of offerings to provide the most comprehensive array of garage cupola selections.

Quality Of Material

When choosing a cupola for your garage, don’t forget the importance of high-quality materials. Valley Forge Cupolas uses only the best quality materials that require no maintenance to upkeep. Our cupolas are made to last. Contact us today to get started creating your garage cupola design. We’re open 7 days a week and are always available to answer your questions.

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Bucket List Home Renovations for the New Year

1. Add Exterior Lighting

2. Refresh the Paint

3. Change the Mailbox

4. Add Front Door Decor

5. Add a Decorative Cupola

Let Us Help Improve your Home's Curb Appeal

Ways to Customize Your Cupola

Customizing the Base

Selecting the Vents

Picking the Perfect Roof

Get Started with Your Custom Cupola

Keep up on “Current” events with a Unique Weathervane

Decorating your Cupola this Holiday Season

Cupola Decoration Ideas

Don't Have a Cupola?

Adding Style to your Garage with a Garage Cupola

Add a Garage Cupola to your Detached Garage

Garage Cupolas for Attached Garages

Quality Of Material

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