WITCH'S CAP - Revision history

Randylyon at 04:50, 8 August 2025

2025-08-08T04:50:40Z

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	[[Image:witch's cap.jpg\|left\|thumb\|~~450px~~\|]]WITCH'S CAP. The upside down cone-shaped decoration on this house helps identify it as an example of [[QUEEN ANNE ARCHITECTURE]]. Witch's Caps may also have multiple sides.		[[Image:witch's cap.jpg\|left\|thumb\|350px\|]]WITCH'S CAP. The upside down cone-shaped decoration on this house helps identify it as an example of [[QUEEN ANNE ARCHITECTURE]]. Witch's Caps may also have multiple sides.

	One of the features of the witch's hat roof is its steep pitch, which not adds to the visual impression of the house but also serves useful purposes. The design creates extra space in the attic which can be used for living areas or storage. If constructed in a triangular shape, the cap allows for large overhangs, providing additional protection from the elements. These roofs are commonly found on residential houses, especially in areas that face heavy snowfall or rain. They help prevent water buildup, which can lead to leaks. (1)		One of the features of the witch's hat roof is its steep pitch, which not adds to the visual impression of the house but also serves useful purposes. The design creates extra space in the attic which can be used for living areas or storage. If constructed in a triangular shape, the cap allows for large overhangs, providing additional protection from the elements. These roofs are commonly found on residential houses, especially in areas that face heavy snowfall or rain. They help prevent water buildup, which can lead to leaks. (1)

Randylyon at 03:25, 6 August 2025

2025-08-06T03:25:54Z

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	[[Image:witch's cap.jpg\|left\|thumb\|450px\|]]WITCH'S CAP. The upside down cone-shaped decoration on this house helps identify it as an example of [[QUEEN ANNE ARCHITECTURE]].		[[Image:witch's cap.jpg\|left\|thumb\|450px\|]]WITCH'S CAP. The upside down cone-shaped decoration on this house helps identify it as an example of [[QUEEN ANNE ARCHITECTURE]]. Witch's Caps may also have multiple sides.

	One of the features of the witch's hat roof is its steep pitch, which not adds to the visual impression of the house but also serves useful purposes. The design creates extra space in the attic which can be used for living areas or storage. If constructed in a triangular shape, the cap allows for large overhangs, providing additional protection from the elements. These roofs are commonly found on residential houses, especially in areas that face heavy snowfall or rain. They help prevent water buildup, which can lead to leaks. (1)		One of the features of the witch's hat roof is its steep pitch, which not adds to the visual impression of the house but also serves useful purposes. The design creates extra space in the attic which can be used for living areas or storage. If constructed in a triangular shape, the cap allows for large overhangs, providing additional protection from the elements. These roofs are commonly found on residential houses, especially in areas that face heavy snowfall or rain. They help prevent water buildup, which can lead to leaks. (1)

Randylyon at 03:25, 6 August 2025

2025-08-06T03:25:00Z

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	[[Image:witch's cap.jpg\|left\|thumb\|450px\|]]WITCH'S CAP. The upside down cone-shaped decoration on this house helps identify it as an example of [[QUEEN ANNE ARCHITECTURE]].		[[Image:witch's cap.jpg\|left\|thumb\|450px\|]]WITCH'S CAP. The upside down cone-shaped decoration on this house helps identify it as an example of [[QUEEN ANNE ARCHITECTURE]].

			One of the features of the witch's hat roof is its steep pitch, which not adds to the visual impression of the house but also serves useful purposes. The design creates extra space in the attic which can be used for living areas or storage. If constructed in a triangular shape, the cap allows for large overhangs, providing additional protection from the elements. These roofs are commonly found on residential houses, especially in areas that face heavy snowfall or rain. They help prevent water buildup, which can lead to leaks. (1)

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			1. Thompson, Sarah, Understanding the Roofing Witches Hat Architecture, Online: https://www.coohom.com/article/understanding-the-roofing-witches-hat-architecture

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Randylyon at 02:20, 1 April 2010

2010-04-01T02:20:02Z

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	[[Image:witch's cap.jpg\|left\|thumb\|450px\|~~First Congregational once featured a tall tower.~~]]WITCH'S CAP. The upside down cone-shaped decoration on this house helps identify it as an example of [[QUEEN ANNE ARCHITECTURE]].		[[Image:witch's cap.jpg\|left\|thumb\|450px\|]]WITCH'S CAP. The upside down cone-shaped decoration on this house helps identify it as an example of [[QUEEN ANNE ARCHITECTURE]].

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Randylyon at 03:47, 20 May 2009

2009-05-20T03:47:45Z

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