Update: We are now taking orders for January due to essential workshop maintenance throughout December. Orders can be placeed via the website and we can be contacted as normal by phone or email but all orders will now go into January
Description
Captivating and distinct, this weathervane finial features an enchanting flying pig crafted from copper verdigris, gracefully fitted on a square ridge tile. The copper composition and the delightful verdigris patina infuse this piece with a unique charm, elevating its aesthetic appeal. The flying pig, responsive to the wind's whims, imparts both visual allure to the roof and serves as a functional indicator of prevailing winds.
The square ridge tile, presented in a standard terracotta colour, transforms into a remarkable and singular finial. Should the earthy tones not align with your preferences, an array of alternative colours and finishes are at your disposal. Standing at an overall height of 33 inches (87 cm), with the square ridge base measuring 12 inches (30 cm) on all sides and 11 inches (28 cm) in height, this weathervane integrates into diverse architectural settings.
Negating the need for brackets, the installation of this flying pig weathervane is swift and uncomplicated. When affixed using mortar, a weatherproof seal embraces the square ridge tile on the roof. Alternatively, the accompanying metal strap, a versatile mechanical fix fitting, can be tailored to size and secured to the roof with nails or screws. Concealing when the ridge base is embedded in the mortar bed, this strap provides stability, ensuring a low hassle installation experience.
Suitable for a spectrum of roof types, including square, double hip, pyramid, tower, and flat roofs, these flying pig ridge weathervanes exhibit remarkable adaptability. Beyond rooftops, they can also serve as enchanting garden embellishments. Elevate your roof aesthetics or make a bold statement in your garden with this versatile flying pig weathervane.
Brackets & Fixings
There are various methods for installing weathervane finials:
Traditional mortar bedding
Weathervane finials can be installed using the same process employed for ridge tiles, using standard mortar bedding. If the weathervane finial is tall, heavy, or requires enhanced stability, a supplementary mechanical fixing method can be utilised in conjunction with the mortar bed installation.
Mechanical fixing strap and mortar bedding
In this installation method, a galvanized metal strap is discreetly attached 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. Equipped with 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 hide it from view by applying traditional mortar bed resulting in a seamless and tidy appearance.
Dry fixing
An alternative method for affixing finials to the roof is the dry fixing approach. 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 contact us to determine if this weathervane finial design can be adapted to be compatible with your chosen system.
Delivery
Please allow up to 14 working days for this weathervane finial to be delivered. It includes tracked, signed for delivery to UK mainland destinations
We use our preferred courier APC for the majority of deliveries
Where do you offer delivery to?
We offer delivery options on checkout, we can currently only ship to locations on the UK mainland such as England & Wales, Scotland (may incur extra on checkout), Scottish Highlands (may incur extra on checkout) and Scottish Islands (may incur extra on checkout)
What if you don't offer delivery to my location?
We regret that we can currently only ship to the locations listed on the checkout and sadly can't offer delivery options elsewhere because of the variations in pricing and customs rules. Locations affected tend to be Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Isle of Wight, Scilly Islands, all EU and other International countries beyond the UK mainland. If you have the option to arrange onwards delivery if the weathervane can be delivered to an area we ship to that could be one potential solution. Please note that if an order is placed to an area we do not offer shipping to on checkout and a refund is required we will only to recover the amount minus the card processing fee from our provider which is 3% per transaction so we urge customers to contact us prior if the location isn't listed on the checkout
Lead time
- Our normal dispatch days are Monday to Friday
- We send out the order as soon as the weathervane has been test fitted and boxed up
Packaging
All weathervanes are well packaged to protect them in transit. We mainly use signed for delivery service for the majority of deliveries but we sometimes use our own transport for local deliveries or large orders
