Church Steeples are standard fixtures atop church roofs across the country and the world and come in many shapes and sizes. Materials and designs depend upon what the taste and/or budget the church may have. Regardless of whether a church community chooses fiberglass or wood, the standard rule is to keep the steeple proportioned to the size of the church so that the tower does not overwhelm the building.

Wood Steeples
Church Steeples are traditionally white, which is a carryover from the American colonial times when wood and labor were plentiful. Metal was scarce in the early colonies, but wood was abundant. Wooden structures typically were whitewashed for protection, along with any cornice or trimmings. The biggest drawback of wooden church steeples was that they became weather-beaten over time. But labor was easily available and affordable to the early American settlers, and church congregations could afford the frequent maintenance on their wooden steeples.

Fiberglass Steeples
Most church steeples today are made of fiberglass. In fact, steeple manufacturers have borrowed some of their ideas from the boating industry. Fiberglass is lightweight and sturdy. Steeple designers mold the fiberglass to create many architectural varieties of church steeples. Budget-conscious churches appreciate the low-maintenance features of fiberglass, especially that this plastic-style of material requires no repainting. Manufacturers recommend a gel coat finish to prevent steeples from yellowing from ultraviolet rays. Another advantage to using this more modern material is that fiberglass will not act as a lightening rod during severe rainstorms.

Here are a few church Steeple manufacturers and resellers to help get you started in your search for the perfect Church Steeple for your Church.