Frame Porch with Oak

This porch has been built using reclaimed old oak to be in keeping with the rest of the original house. The customer's requirements were that the porch needed to look original. Working closely with the client and architect we created a traditional design with modern functionality. All the oak beams used in the frame were hand-picked after viewing the main house to make sure it looked right.

All of the joints from the main doorway truss to the rafters have been hand cut. With new green oak, this is pretty straightforward, but with the uneven surface of reclaimed oak, all the edges of the joints have to be painstakingly scribed in so there are no gaps. When finally erected all joints have been drilled and pegged in the traditional oak framing method.

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Floorboards made from sawn reclaimed beams are every bit as beautiful as “authentic” reclaimed floorboards — and they offer advantages over traditional boards. There is real beauty because even though the timber started life as a beam rather than a plank, the character is still there, the history is still there, and the craftsmanship brings […]

Crafting a Reclaimed Oak Staircase from Ancient Oak Beams

A handcrafted reclaimed oak staircase has a presence that’s hard to put into words. It’s not just a functional structure; it’s a piece of living history woven into the architecture of a home. Every tread carries the marks of the timber’s former life, its grain marked by decades of weathering, use, and character. Our clients […]

The Timeless Beauty of Oak Beams in Modern Homes

There is a beauty in oak that cannot be imitated. Strong and full of character, it has been the backbone of homes for centuries. When you choose to incorporate oak beams into your home, whether within a new build, or as additions into an existing building, you are choosing more than structure. Each piece carries the marks […]