Advice — girouette
Fitting and caring for a weathervane: orientation, fixing and installation
Posted by Sébastien, Artisan Girouette on
A weathervane shows where the wind is coming from, provided the N points north and the shaft turns freely. Fixing, height, care: what to know before installation.
Zinc or copper: patina, care and durability for a roof ornament
Posted by Sébastien, Artisan Girouette on
Both metals last for decades with no maintenance and are guaranteed for 10 years against corrosion. The difference is colour, patina, how they sit with the roof, and budget. Including bargeboards.
How to choose the height of your weathervane
Posted by Sébastien, Artisan Girouette on
90, 115, 135 or 155 cm? The right height depends on the size of the roof, the distance it is seen from and the style of the house. Our workshop guidelines to help you get it right.