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Featured product: We’re a little bit biased in saying that oak fireplace beams are the perfect addition to your living room to go above a log burner.Whether you are renovating your house, your living room or just the fireplace, our beams will add character and functionality to the feature.Before buying and installing your beam, here are a few tips and considerations: 1. How far above the log burner should I install my oak fireplace beam? Our oak beams are air-dried to reduce their moisture content. However, there is a period of time once it has been installed where it will...

This guide details how to install a beam mantle with a straight bracket. You can buy some using the product links below if you haven’t already. If you have not bought your oak beam mantle yet, you can purchase some from our website too. Oiling your Beam Before Installing Please use a dry cloth or rag (not supplied) to spread/rub the oil thinly over your shelf/beam. Rubio Monocoat brand oils only require 1 coat. Once the oil is evenly spread – take a clean cloth and wipe off any excess oil with a polishing action. Leave the beam/shelf dry for...

There are a huge number of reasons to use an oak barrel ice bath for cold water immersion: Reduced muscle soreness. Faster recovery from physical training. Decreased inflammation, leading to stronger blood flow. Enhanced immune response. A reduction in anxiety and mental well-being. But if you’re reading about which barrel to choose, you already know all of the above.What you’re here to decide is which of the options will best suit you.There are 2 main considerations for you – how big should my barrel ice bath be and how do I want it to look? There are 2 little bonus...

Timber is very popular in construction, and you’ll find it used in the form of timber fence panels, timber decking, and even decorative timber cladding. There are many types and forms of timber, and to help you understand we’ve put together this comprehensive guide. What is Timber? Timber is wood that has been cut and processed for use in building, furniture making and carpentry. Timber is usually sorted into three purpose categories: construction timber, finishing timber and decorative timber. There are also two types of timber, hardwood and softwood. What is the Difference Between Hardwood and Softwood Timber? As you...