Glazing ideas to introduce light into your home or extension
Many homeowners want an abundance of natural light to flood into their homes or extensions. Welsh Oak Frame’s designers can help you explore how to maximise the amount of light in your oak frame structure, […]
Buying a plot of land – 12 Checks Before You Buy A Plot
Put yourself in the picture before you buy a plot of land – and help put together a case for planners. 1. Is the plot of land in a conservation area or Area of Outstanding […]
Things to know about self building a house
What is self-build? Self building a house is when people who have the opportunity to design and build their own home to the budget, specification and build method they choose. There are many ways to […]
How do I manage my self build project?
For many, the idea of self-building a house can seem like a daunting prospect. The name alone conjures up thoughts of having to be particularly hands-on when it comes to self building your dream home […]
How do I find a building plot? A guide to plot types
Finding a plot of land for self build Finding a plot of land for self build is often the holy grail for aspiring self-builders. However the task of finding a plot of land is often […]
Can modern houses be built using oak frame?
Can you build a contemporary oak frame house using oak frame construction? Many people still associate oak framing with a more traditional look and style of oak frame home, not always as the modern design […]
Oak Timber Frame FAQs: 6 Questions to Ask Before You Build
Oak Timber Frame FAQs: 6 Questions to Ask Before You Build An oak timber frame is a structural skeleton of jointed, pegged oak that carries the loads of a house or extension in place of […]
What are the main stages of building a house before breaking ground?
Many people would like to build their own home but aren’t sure where to start. Understanding the process of building a house step-by-step will help you get to grips with what’s involved. Before you can […]
