25/05/2026
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Oak frame buildings are a sought-after option for many homeowners, with their exposed wooden beams offering warm honey tones and characterful details. Oak framing is an offsite construction method, meaning it’s created in a workshop or factory by a specialist supplier. The frame itself is a structural oak skeleton, typically joined with traditional pegged mortise-and-tenons.
Oak frame has been used to build homes in the UK for centuries, with surviving examples dating back to medieval times. This time-honoured construction method has, therefore, never gone out of fashion and continues to be as popular as ever thanks to 21st century energy performance innovations.
So, what are the insulation options for an oak frame self build? Over on our website, Emily Batesmith explores how oak homes are constructed, how the insulation is installed and how this impacts the design and build process. Click the link here to read now: https://ow.ly/fnGb50YZq6m
📷: Striking glazing, such as in this project by Carpenter Oak Ltd, is often a feature in oak homes, but requires specialist knowledge to ensure performance over time
