Putting A Cupola On A Shed Roof

Form a pattern by marking the boards then trace that pattern on the base of your cupola.

Putting a cupola on a shed roof.

Remember the amount of exhaust opening should not exceed the amount of intake opening. An 8 x12 shed would have an 8 x12 or 96 sq. Rule of thumb is measuring the length of your building and then multiplying by 1 25. A cupola can be a crowning touch all by itself however it can also be the mounting point for a unique weathervane or rooftop finial.

Once the cutout is complete the cupola base is fitted and leveled on the roof peak and cleats of pressure treated 2 x 4 lumber are positioned snug against the inside walls and mounted onto the roof with 3 wood screws. The size of the cupola is based on the size of your attic or floor the same as other ventilation. Attach the cupola with two to three stainless steel screws driven into each block. That will give you the approximate inches that are idea.

A sturdy ladder to begin installing your cupola and weathervane. A normal two garage with a 24 ridge line would accept a cupola with a 24 to 36 base. An easy way to calculate it is 1 ft. Plug or patch the screw holes.

A 24 foot shed needs a 36 inch cupola a 32 foot shed needs a 48 inch cupola. Use the template to mark the cupola base on opposite sides and cut out the v to fit over the peak. Ever since the cupola was introduced it has found a comfortable and decorative resting place atop many a family garage animal barn or yard and garden shed. That depends on the size of the shed where the cupola will be installed.

Determine the length of the ridge line of your building roof where the cupola will be installed. Position the cupola on the roof once you are satisfied with the fit on the roof attach the cupola with two to three stainless steel screws driven into each mounting block. Wide at the ridge and extend 10 to 14 in. Most architects would agree that the formula of 1 to 1 1 2 of cupola base per foot of roofline is pleasing to most eyes.

If your shed cupola will be used for ventilation you ll have to cut a hole in your roof. The hole should be about 16 in. This video will show you how to install roof shingles. Of floor to 1 of opening.