Brass Weather Vanes

Weathervanes have surpassed their purpose of indicating direction of wind. Apart from their functional purpose, they are increasingly used as an object to decorate the house. Brass weathervanes present an antique and rustic look due to their dull polished exteriors. They succeed in adding to the ethnic look of the house and are in great demand as a collectible. They acquire a unique look when accentuated with other metals.

Brass has been traditionally used for building weather vanes. Several designs, shapes and forms can be built using brass. Brass weathervanes are usually built from sheets of metal and hammered into the desired shape or form. Special care is taken to give a full body appearance by additional built-in brass that adds volume.

Apart from being mounted on roofs, they are also used as a decorative piece in gardens, kitchen stands, and on fences or fireplace mantles. Brass weather vanes can be simple or ornamental depending on the design and place of its display or utility value. Decorative weathervanes can be installed on rooftops for ornamental purposes. They add to the décor of the room and provide a touch of class to interior furnishings of the house. Some common shapes used to manufacture brass weather vanes are cocks, cows, pigs, arrows, birds and even bugs and insects. Displaying them according to the shape and purpose gives them a look of whimsical fancy and décor. Using a brass insect weather vane in the garden may compliment the arrangement of flowers and potted plants.

Several websites showcase collection of brass weather vanes with individual description and architectural details that may be found online. Information regarding sale and installation procedure of weathervanes may also be found while browsing. Orders can be placed online or by visiting retail stores. Rates may vary according to the make and appearances. Shipping charges may or may not be included in these prices.

By Ross Bainbridge