'In folk lore, often called the Father or the Protector,

The Oak comes from the Genus Quercus,

derived from two Celtic words

quer, or 'fine' and crez, 'tree'.

Naturally beautiful, oak has a warmth and character unrivalled by any other building materials.

The beauty of oak is that it grows naturally and is fully sustainable. More surprisingly, there's more available in Europe now than a century ago.

Oak is one of the most durable natural materials known to man. It is both naturally resistant to insect and fungal attack and impervious to the weather. It requires virtually no maintenance and is one of the few materials that actually increase in strength with age.

With real aesthetic charm, oak is far more than just functional; it exudes a sense of security and durability, whilst remaining unique and beautiful.

At Oakwrights Country Buildings, the majority of our oak comes from the continent where more farsighted forestry practices have meant that they have huge and sustainable resources. In addition, a hot summer and harsh winter, such as that commonly experienced on the continent, produces a better grain.