Victorian Roof Cresting

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Victorian roof cresting.

In an era obsessed with architectural detail and ornamentation iron roof cresting was the topper. 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. This custom made cresting is available in any color and is sold to fit the greenhouse at 45 per lineal foot. We have two different styles of cresting to choose from gothic and victorian styles scroll down to see the difference.

The heavy duty cast aluminum cresting and finials adorn the ridge of your greenhouse which creates that beautiful english look. Decorative ridge cresting we like to call this the icing on the cake. Vintage woodworks architectural details direct 903 356 2158. All items are available in 23 designs custom designs are always welcome.

Any other colour can be provided to match the patent glazing system for an additional cost. Andy thornton stocks a wide range of decorative brackets spandrels and friezes in a choice of materials from cast aluminium to polished brass. Standing sentinel on a mansard roof or enclosing a widow s walk curlicues and pointed finials made a victorian silhouette against the sky. They are a cast aluminium construction and come as standard in white polyester powder coated finish.

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. Capital crestings are by architectural iron company the country s leading manufacturer of decorative roof crestings and snowguards. 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. Ornamental roof cresting came into its own during the mid 19th century as a decorative complement to finials and weathervanes.

Our cresting adds a level of class style to your room. 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.