We specialise in the bespoke crafting and construction of traditional, contemporary and innovative green oak timber framed buildings, extensions and more.
Whatever you're looking for... a spacious extension, snug sun lounge, conservatory, garden room, entrance porch, pergola, roof trusses, garage, barn, outbuilding, studio, bridge or any other structure to suit your requirements and budget.
We use proven techniques that have been developed over many centuries by generations of craftsmen to create beautiful structures which will stand the test of time.
Our oak frames, large and small, new-build or self-build, of authentic, traditional and modern design and construction, are made to the highest standard by dedicated and experienced carpenters with a passion for their craft.
Works range from small self-build projects to complete multi-storey domestic and commercial frames, each custom designed, made and fitted to complement and enhance its setting.
Based at the border of the Lake District National Park in Cumbria, in the north of England, we offer a skilled, affordable, friendly and flexible service throughout all of the UK and further afield.
Green oak frames are made from unseasoned oak, held together using traditional pegged mortice, tenon, dovetail and other joints. It often forms the major structural part of a building, roof or extension.
Depending upon whether you have just a rough idea of what you'd like or a detailed design ready to build, we can work with you, your builder, architect or engineer to realise your bespoke oak framed project.
Our frames are made in our workshop using mainly traditional specialist hand tools such as chisels, planes and saws, as well as some selected state of the art machine tools to shape and joint the timbers.
A green oak frame can be erected very rapidly indeed as the timbers already shaped in the workshop are simply lifted into place, reassembled and pegged to quickly form a fully self-supporting structure.
Glazing can be mounted directly within rebates or onto the outer face of a green oak frame, or in casements on or within an oak frame. Methods vary by function, site factors and desired appearance.
Oak is a very durable structural wood. There are many oak framed buildings and roofs known to be many, many centuries old. Exposed oak becomes 'silvered' over time as it weathers and matures.
Explore our picture gallery to see some of the quality green oak framed building projects we've undertaken over the many years we've been crafting them.
From simple entrance porches to warm cozy sun rooms to spacious multi-storey extensions, we guarantee there will be something to catch your eye and ignite your imagination.
Our timber is sourced from sustainably managed and certified woodlands, through reputable suppliers.
This practice contributes to the continued management and survival of oak and mixed broadleaved woodlands, together with their associated habitats and wildlife.
For project workshop slot availability and times, please see our News & Events page for latest schedule updates.
Our work is heavily reliant upon the skillful use of tools and measuring equipment.
These range from the kinds of chisels, gouges, planes, saws, string lines and plumb bobs that would be familiar to a carpenter of centuries past, to modern state of the art laser levels, circular saws, drills, beam planers and morticing machines. They each have their place.
Here's a brief look at some of the tools we use day to day in our workshop.
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