Why Oak Framed Building Are A Great Option

Oak has traditionally been used for building homes and structures for centuries, and is also becoming increasingly popular for commercial premises nowadays. Some of the benefits of sustainable oak structures include:

1. Offer unique character to any building in all locations!

Oak designs have a unique character and look great in any built environment. Oak framed structures add aesthetic appeal in any traditional rural or village environment, but will also give contemporary touches within urban areas or on industrial estates. !

2. Oak designs are durable and low maintenance!

Oak is a strong and durable wood when compared to other timbers. It is moisture resistant and very hard wearing. Take a look around at some of the historic oak framed buildings that still look fantastic today, such as houses and barns.

Furthermore, oak does not need treating with fire retardants or preservatives, which makes it an ideal low maintenance option for any structure.

3. Sustainability

When oak framed structures are created using oak from managed and sustainable sources, it is a truly eco conscious building material. One major advantage of wood structures is that they naturally absorb carbon dioxide. When oak timbers are incorporated within buildings, they remove significant levels of carbon from the surrounding environment. What's more, well maintained oak framed buildings could last hundreds of years, so the timbers used within these structures truly are carbon neutral building materials. !

4. Adds grace, natural beauty and a sense of space!

Sustainable oak framed structures can provide natural grace when used for vaulted ceilings, atria and galleries. Oak is a natural material which enhances any open plan office space to ensure maximum use of available areas.

Sustainable oak is a really beautiful choice for buildings, and one added advantage is that it vastly speeds up the time of construction and related labour costs for buildings.

Many contemporary architects recognise all the benefits of using oak for a variety of buildings and structures.

5. Efficient

Oak framed structures are far quicker to erect than stone or brick structures, which makes them an affordable option for large scale buildings.

Get in touch with Ernest Cameron to find out more about oak designs and oak framed structures. We're specialists in the design, manufacture and construction of oak frame buildings to suit any purpose.