Oak Shelves

At Traditional oak and timber Co we supply oak beams, oak framing, oak tables and oak fireplace beams. What is becoming very popular though is oak shelving.

We are able to supply reclaimed oak or fresher air dried oak shelving in many sizes and finishes. Reclaimed oak shelves are generally darker in colour and have more character due to the age, while air dried shelves are generally more contemporary in look and lighter in colour.

Reclaimed oak shelves

Dried oak is good for shelves as it is very stable

Thicker section air dried shelf with a dark wax used as a breakfast bar

Sawing to size, finishing, supplying beading and advising on fitment are all part of the service, Please contact us if you have any questions or are interested in getting a new addition to your home

Breathing New Life into an Older Building

A project completed recently concerned an elegant, relatively old, brick-built home with an oak frame built into the outside skin. This frame added real character to the aesthetic of the building, but even the strongest oak beams eventually feel the strain of time. Over the years, exposure to moisture and all the elements of our […]

The Beauty of Floorboards Made from Reclaimed Beams

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 […]