Oak trees are generally harvested when they are about 80 years old and can be transformed into elegant structural features bringing a lots of character into your home. There are three different types of oak beams available on the market, namely, green oak beams, air dried oak beams, and reclaimed oak beams. Green Oak Beams […]
For more than 4,000 years, oak framing has enjoyed a long tradition in the United Kingdom, being the favourite home building method. In recent times, it has experienced significant revival and the current self-builders are gradually adapting it. Oak is a very versatile material that is not only resistant to harsh conditions, but also stands […]
This large oak framed sun room was designed and fabricated in air dried oak to give a beautiful rustic appearance, but also give the frame the stability to be able to encapsulate glazing directly into the oak components. Read on to see how we achieve this. We were asked to design the frame based on the architects drawings, but also asked what […]
Here at Traditional Oak and Timber Co we construct oak frames and oak trusses and carry out framing in many sizes and dimensions. We are also able to make oak trusses to order in a kit form or supply as a whole truss. We were asked to design and supply the materials for a set of large trusses going into a very […]
At Traditional Oak and Timber Company we use methods to work with our oak products that are centuries old and tried and tested throughout history. Working with oak beams and flooring we use tools that have been used by carpenters and master framers for hundreds of years. Draw knives, planes, chisels and alike have helped to make […]
Structural oak beams are required to meet a certain requirement to be used in building or repair/renovation in Britain. The oak beams are graded visually and come under the guidelines on BS 5756:2007 British Standards document. The visual checking of green and air dried oak beams will look out for weaknesses in the beams, such […]
Tradoak were commissioned to make a 3 bay car port for a very good customer through Jason Buck at Urban Bespoke. We have worked closely with Jason and his team before on other oak beam structures and were looking forward to another project together. The decision was made to have the frame semi open and made […]
New stock of oak beams being delivered to our Sheffield Park yard We use TW Plummer & Sons as our haulage contractor. We have used them for many years and will continue to do so for years to come. We find them a very honest, hardworking company. Much like ourselves! List of beams: Each item in packs […]
This reclaimed oak door was from a 300 year old farm building and was in a bit of disrepair. We used reclaimed oak flooring to repair and bring back to its former glory. The flooring was cut to size and gently prepared, the poor parts of the door were then removed and replaced with the […]
At Traditional Oak and Timber Co, we are proud to be able to help on some fantastic projects at some wonderful properties. One of the most interesting parts of our business is the oak framing. And one of our specialties is being able to carry out oak framing with beautiful reclaimed oak beams. This porch […]
