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Useful Links & Community

A selection of useful links to other services and community information to aid in the planning, building and managing your projects.

Types of Green Oak Frame
&
Glossary of Common Oak Framing Terms

Oak frame drawing

There are many types green oak frames. A very versatile material, it allows a great deal of creativity in design, which may vary according to both aesthetic preference and structural requirements.

Oak Frame Types
Oak Frame Types & Glossary

Tools of the Trade

Large framing chisels

A brief look at some of the traditional carpentry hand tools we use in our workshop.

Hand Tools
Carpentry Hand Tools

Green Oak Frame Construction on Site

Erected oak frame

Once the carpentry work in the workshop is done, the oak frame is transported to site and erected. Presented here is an overview of the process involved in constructing an oak frame on-site, accompanied by links to detailed descriptions of subsequent works.

Green Oak Construction
Oak Frame Construction

Glazing a Green Oak Frame

Green Oak Orangery

A review of the methods for glazing green oak frames, considering options for direct installation or external mounting of units or frames.

Glazing
Oak Frame Glazing

Cleaning & Finishing

Cleaned oak

A frame will need to be cleaned once it is in place and shielded from the elements.

Finishing
Cleaning & Finishing

Oak Framed Building Projects

Mono-pitch Conservatory

Explore our Gallery to discover the range of green oak framed building projects we've completed over the years.
Whether it's a modest porch or a grand three-story extension, there's bound to be something that captures your interest!

Green Oak Frame Project Gallery
Oak Frame Gallery

Architects, Surveyors & Structural Engineers

Architects, Surveyors & Structural Engineers

We've compiled a collection of Architects and other services you may require on larger projects.

Architects, Surveyors & Structural Engineers
Architects

Planning & Building Information Resource

Sunnymede Barn roof

Find a selection of calculators, converters, charts, online tools, and other websites dedicated to exploring and discussing various aspects of project planning, construction, and management.

Resources
Resources Page

Environmentally Friendly

Oak tree

The timber we use is sourced exclusively from sustainably managed and certified woodlands, purchased through reputable suppliers. This practice is fundamental to maintaining the sustainability and preservation of oak and mixed broadleaved woodlands, alongside their associated habitats and wildlife.

Oak leaf
Environmental Policy

Carvings & Sculpture Projects

Wood carving

We very occasionally take on carved works, which can be highly sought after. Each is a unique work of art, be it a small commemorative carving or a large structural sculpture.

As with our oak frames, materials are sourced from sustainably managed and certified woodlands or, where possible, using high quality reclaimed materials.

Carvings
Carving & Sculpting Gallery

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