OPTIONAL EXTRAS


GILDING
We can apply 23.5 carat gold leaf to the cardinals (NSEW) or to any other part of the weathervane at extra cost. Gold leaf will glint in the sun, and remain bright for many years, unlike gold paint which is likely to turn dull and brown in a short space of time.

Nord/Sud/Ost/West or Nord/Sud/Est/Ouest
For French or German speaking countries we can offer NSOW or NSEO instead of NSEW

OLD ENGLISH LETTERS
Most of the illustrations on this website depict cardinals in Times New Roman, but we also offer an alternative, Old English style, as below

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HEAVYWEIGHT SCROLLS
The scrollwork under the letter arm on the majority of illustrations on this website is made from 12mm x 3mm mild steel. We also offer an alternative, heavier scroll made from 6mm square steel. This is available on medium and large, but not petite size weathervanes.

Standard scroll
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Heavyweight scroll - as illustrated on banner style weathervane, but available on any medium or large size vane - click here for illustration
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HAND COLOURING
Any weathervane can be hand coloured by our resident artist. For a price for any design not shown on this website, please contact us.



COMMISSIONS/NEW DESIGNS
We are constantly adding to our range of designs. If you would like a new design, please contact us. The procedure is as follows:

  • There is no charge for design work where we think we can add the new design to our range. Animals, birds, dogs, tractors etc will fall in to this category. Personalisaton of an existing design, or if you want exclusivity, or if the design is from a personal or professional logo or family crest, we will charge for design work, based on the amount of work involved, but typically £50.
  • We will prepare drawings and computer files on receipt of a firm order with delivery address and payment details (but remember we do not take payment until the order is ready for despatch). We will then send the drawing to you for approval before we commence manufacture. At this point you can make any minor adjustments you feel necessary. We can research any subject matter, or we can work from illustrations supplied by you.