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Timber Frame Building Regulations
Timber frame Building Regulations are often mentioned together in discussions on design, planning and construction. While the two are often confused or lumped together as one, they are actually very different elements of the construction process.
Read moreTimber Frame Porch Ideas
To aid you in getting the most from your oak porch, we present a selection of timber frame porch ideas, both decorative and practical. While porches of all kinds have always served a practical purpose, an exposed oak frame adds an aesthetic quality others lack.
Read moreDo You Need Planning Permission For An Oak Porch?
A porch is by far one of the easiest home improvements to add, but do you need planning permission for an oak porch? An oak porch can create a striking focal point to a home, particularly those with an existing external oak frame or cladding.
Read moreAre Timber Framed Houses Mortgageable?
Whether you are planning a self-build or purchasing an existing timber framed property, are timber framed houses mortgageable? Like concrete houses and steel frame houses, timber framed houses are often considered by lenders to be of ‘non-standard construction’.
Read moreFitting Windows In Oak Frame Buildings
Contrary to popular belief, fitting windows in oak frame buildings need not be difficult. Because oak frames inevitably shrink over time, there is a widely held belief that this will eventually put stress on glazing.
Read morePlanning For A Summerhouse
When planning for a summerhouse, there are several key factors to consider, regardless of design. Planning ahead properly can save delays and expense and ensure you have a legal structure that will need no alteration.
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