Victorian Roof Cresting

Traditionally made of cast iron today s cresting is usually made from plate steel which is less expensive and lighter weight making installation much easier.

Victorian roof cresting.

Roof crestings and finials can be provided in the following popular designs. Roof spires because of the exposed and hard to access location of most roof spires high density polyurethane the only kind we sell is a perfect solution for roof. Working in our shops in the victorian village of milford pennsylvania our craftsmen produce a complete line of lightweight easy to install unbreakable roof crestings they are beautiful to behold as well as economical to ship. In an era obsessed with architectural detail and ornamentation iron roof cresting was the topper.

Andy thornton stocks a wide range of decorative brackets spandrels and friezes in a choice of materials from cast aluminium to polished brass. The heavy duty cast aluminum cresting and finials adorn the ridge of your greenhouse which creates that beautiful english look. Top off your room right. Ornamental roof cresting came into its own during the mid 19th century as a decorative complement to finials and weathervanes.

Vintage woodworks architectural details direct 903 356 2158. There are few items that speak more of old world style and charm than our decorative ridges and crestings choose from one of our standard cresting styles or create your own design by incorporating one of our finials our ridges and crestings provide your project with timeless beauty that will leave a lasting impression. Decorative ridge cresting we like to call this the icing on the cake. Any other colour can be provided to match the patent glazing system for an additional cost.

Capital crestings is america s leading fabricator of roof crestings balconette window box holders mailbox surrounds ornamental firewood planter boxes. Capital crestings are by architectural iron company the country s leading manufacturer of decorative roof crestings and snowguards. Our cresting adds a level of class style to your room. Standing sentinel on a mansard roof or enclosing a widow s walk curlicues and pointed finials made a victorian silhouette against the sky.

Custom style cresting is also optional if you have a design in mind or a picture of something you want we can work with you. This custom made cresting is available in any color and is sold to fit the greenhouse at 45 per lineal foot.