Green Oak Carport Companies in the UK

Types and Benefits

Oak carports are becoming increasingly popular as a functional and beautiful addition to a property. Using an oak frame gives a structure immense durability. The wood is densely grained, meaning that wall posts and roof timbers retain their strength under pressure.

Green – or unseasoned - oak is easily shaped by hand tools. As the timber ages it contracts, meaning joints tighten. The incredible strength means that open structures can be built – giving plenty of space to open car doors or to manoeuvre large vehicles in a car port.

Vehicles will be protected from the worst of the elements in a building that adds aesthetic quality to the surroundings. Green oak will age beautifully without the need for laborious staining every few years, weathering to a light grey that complements many styles of property.

Oak is green in the environmental sense of the word too – being sourced from sustainably managed woodlands. The resurgence of interest in timber framed construction has helped to ensure a supply of quality timber with recognised certification. Check a company's website or ask for information about the oak it uses.

Master craftsmen skilled in the traditional building methods required for working with green oak take pride in their work. A company that offers a bespoke service will be able to create structures in sizes to accommodate everything from a city car to a motorhome; with a roof in a style and materials that blend in with the neighbouring property and the environment. A carport might be added on to an existing outbuilding, or it can be part of a new oak structure that also incorporates a games room or stables.

Designers of bespoke green oak carports will draw up a scheme to meet customers' requirements and budget, turning a vision into reality. In many cases, a full service including groundwork and driveways can be supplied if required.