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The Revival of Oak Framing

A Timeless Craft in Modern Construction

The Revival of Oak Framing

Photo: Black Pig Frame The versatility of oak framing extends across a broad spectrum of structures, from residential homes to commercial...
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Understanding Distortion In Timber

What are the causes and how can you work around them?

Understanding Distortion In Timber

  Causes of Timber Distortion  One of the primary causes of timber distortion is changes in moisture content. Wood is hygroscopic,...
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Why does Seasoned Oak split?

What causes shrinkage and splitting?

Why does Seasoned Oak split?

Medullary rays and knots are rigid features in Oak and won’t move with the rest of the timber – this is the main cause of splitting. The less knots...
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The World of Woodworm

The types, the effects and the strategies to combat this persistent menace!

The World of Woodworm

  Types of Woodworm Woodworm is a collective term that covers a range of wood-boring insects, each with its own distinctive characteristics and...
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Let’s talk tannin

What is it and how to treat it?

Let’s talk tannin

What is tannin? Tannins are natural compounds found in various plants, including oak trees, tea leaves, and certain fruits, that can cause staining when...
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Movement in Oak

Learn about movement in oak.

Movement in Oak

■ Why does movement occur? Movement occurs when the humidity level in the local environment becomes imbalanced to the moisture level within the timber...
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Structural Grading

What is it all about?

Structural Grading

Strength grading can be carried out by visual inspection according to strictly defined rules, or by a grading machine. Once the strength grade is known,...