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Oakmasters' blog is full of useful information on sustainability, self building and oak framing as well as our latest news and case studies. Use the tag system at the bottom of this page to navigate to articles that interest you. We hope you enjoy reading...

How to keep costs down by using softwood

Posted 14th Nov 2012

To keep costs down it may sometimes be preferable manufacture certain components of your building using softwood...

Why we use Oak

Posted 14th Nov 2012

Durable, practical, attractive and carbon neutral - oak is an exceptional material that improves with age...

History of the Oak Frame

Posted 14th Nov 2012

Timber framing has been a native British tradition since at least the thirteenth century - its hallmarks are clearly visible in the familiar black and white fa3D CADe of Tudor oak framed houses and buildings up and down the country.

Green Oak & Eco Building

Posted 25th Oct 2012

Helpful information on sustainable oak building techniques.

Chain of custody

Posted 25th Oct 2012

Oakmasters has chain of custody accreditation from two world recognized bodies: PEFC.

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Why choose an oak garden room over a glass conservatory? Oak Roof Trusses … making the ordinary quite beautiful Making money from your oak framed investment 5 of our best oak framed swimming pool building projects Case study: Bespoke oak garage in keeping with a listed oak barn Add appeal to your project with a vaulted oak roof Case study: An oak framed pool house that brings joy all year round Case study: Oak garden room - a lovely extension to a listed cottage Glulam timber frames – Oakmasters embraces a new material Building your dream oak framed house – Part 3: What to expect during assembly Building your dream oak framed house – Part 2: What happens during off site production stage Building your dream oak framed house - Part 1: What to expect during house design stage Case study: The Coach House, a cosy oak framed holiday let Case Study: Oak extension combines clean, architectural lines with natural warmth Case Study: Craftsmanship shines through in dramatic oak-framed extension Case study: Oak framed orangery with dual aspect timber glazing Case Study: Oak porch and glazed oak frame extension on a townhouse Contemporary oak barn conversion case study Five fabulous reasons to have an oak-framed building Green Oak Maintenance: splits and cracks Professional Advice: Green Oak in Construction Building a porch – 5 things to consider Planning permission: A quick guide for your next project

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