--- title: Blog | choosing the right size copper cupola description: choosing the right size copper cupola | --- - [home](https://www.slateandcopper.com) - [Contact Us](https://www.slateandcopper.com/contact-us) - [Blog](https://slateandcopper.hs-sites.com/blog) ![](https://www.slateandcopper.com/hs-fs/hubfs/web%20banner14..jpg?width=2000&name=web%20banner14..jpg) PHONE: 814-455-7430 FAX: 814-464-8838 # Welcome To Our Blog.. ## [How To choose The Right Size Copper Cupola](https://www.slateandcopper.com/blog/bid/70449/how-to-choose-the-right-size-copper-cuploa) Posted by Steve Kruggeron Fri, Oct 21, 2011 @ 01:44 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) **What size cupola do I need?** Choosing the right size cupola for your roof is just as crucial as choosing a style. To look right, the cupola must be in proper proportion to the size of the roof. Too small and the cupola will have a "bird house" appearance; Too large and it becomes overbearing in comparison with the roof. Fortunately, choosing the perfect size can be as easy as following the simple formula described below.** ** The method of choosing the right size [Copper Cupola](https://www.slateandcopper.com/cupolas/) for your rooftop is as simple as remembering this old rule of thumb: "*For each linear foot of unbroken ridge line, you should have one inch of cupola width*" However, our experience has lead us to recommend altering this rule to: *"For each foot of unbroken ridge line, you should have 1 1/4 inches of cupola width"*         ![ridge line](https://www.slateandcopper.com/hs-fs/file-17124927-jpg/images/ridge_line.jpg?width=409&height=167&name=ridge_line.jpg) For example: If the ridge line of your building is 25', the recommended cupola width would be 30 to 31". The reason we recommend a slightly larger size is that our many years of producing Copper Cupolas has showed us that this will provide for a more eye appealing and balanced appearance. A Cupola that is a little too small will look much more out of place than one that is a little too large. If you have a steep (*greater than 9/12*) roof pitch, the need for a slightly larger cupola is even more important. 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