Roof Cupola Installation

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Roof cupola installation. Line up the pivot point of the template with the center line and make sure the corners of the template meet with both. Form a pattern by marking the boards then trace that pattern on the base of your cupola. A sturdy ladder to begin installing your cupola and weathervane. Includes insect screen of compatible material on louver model.

Drill holes at least three inches from the corners see drawing in both of the uncut sides of the cupola base. Straddle the roof with each board as shown making sure each side is flat against the roof and the center is at the center of the peak. Trace a line along both inner sides of the. Determine your roof pitch screw two boards together so they pivot.

Set cupola over curb. Attach with fasteners provided. Fasten the cupola to the roof with 10 or 12 wood screws of sufficient length to penetrate the roof boards. Butt last roof course to curb.

Using the same method used on the body. Install base flashing provided. Measure and mark the center of where the cupola will be installed. How to install a decorative cupola.

Be sure that it is sitting level. Line the mid section body of the cupola with the pre drilled holes that can be found in the base and the body. Set the cupola in place on the roof. First step is to determine the cupola location.

Preparing your roof draw a center line on the cupola base on two opposite sides these will become the angled cutouts for your roof. Please read installation guide thoroughly before starting. All you need are two boards and a screw. Using the screws that came with your cupola screw the base and body together.

There s a great video of how to install a cupola on a pitched roof. Standard cupola installation guide. After you ve secured the body you are ready to add the roof top of the cupola.