by Ali Nott | Oct 24, 2017 | Blog, 2017
Saving money comes down to the SIPs… The time of year has arrived when temperatures dip, we reach for the woolly scarves, and the usual ‘discussions’ start about how high to turn up the thermostat. It’s therefore obvious that insulation is key...
by Ali Nott | Mar 27, 2017 | Blog, 2017
It’s no secret that we’re fans of heritage joinery here at English Oak Buildings, and use the traditional and precise technique called the ‘Scribe Rule. The joints are then cut by hand and pre-drilled so they can be fixed together on-site using oak pegs,...
by Rory Millar | Mar 23, 2016 | Blog, 2016, News
It’s not unusual for us to be presented with a tricky and challenging project here at English Oak Buildings – and we like to think we rise to the occasion when it comes to designing unique oak frames. This is exactly how we’d describe a recent job...
by Rory Millar | Aug 5, 2015 | Blog, 2015/2
One superb way to add drama to your home is by including sling brace trusses in the design of the timber frame, and they are regarded as being one of the most impressive and eye-catching types of cross frame. So what is a sling brace truss? Sling brace trusses are...
by Rory Millar | Jul 15, 2015 | Blog, 2015/2
At English Oak Building, our frames are compatible with all types of cladding. The oak frame and SIP’s panels provide a superstructure on to which you can fix any material you wish, and this opens up possibilities for a number of opportunities. This can include...
