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Garden Room & Sauna by Black Oak Wood Co.
Client Case Study - Ben & Louise, Saffron Walden, Essex When Louise and Ben decided to transform their outdoor space with a bespoke garden room and sauna, they turned to Black Oak Wood Co. for something truly unique. From their first enquiry to the final handover,...
Welcome to Black Oak Wood: Garden Room And Sauna Craftsmanship Rooted in Nature and Tradition
At Black Oak Wood, we believe that every piece of timber tells a story — and it’s our mission to honour that story through the thoughtful design of our Garden Room and Sauna, traditional techniques, and a deep respect for the materials we work with. Whether we’re...
Permitted Development Rights
Understanding Permitted Development Rights for Garden Rooms in England Garden rooms have surged in popularity in recent years as versatile extensions to living spaces. Whether you're considering a home office, gym, art studio, or simply a tranquil retreat, a garden...
How Garden Rooms Add Value to Your House
The quest to add value to your property is a common goal among homeowners. While traditional extensions and renovations certainly have their merits, garden rooms have emerged as a stylish, versatile, and cost-effective alternative. These innovative spaces offer not...
Why Choose Yakisugi cladding and the benefit’s.
The Timeless Appeal of Yakisugi Cladding: A Perfect Blend of Tradition and Modern Aesthetics Yakisugi, a traditional Japanese method of wood preservation, has been gaining immense popularity in modern architecture and design. The technique, which involves charring the...
Traditional Saunas vs. Infrared Saunas
The Beauty of Tradition: Why We Choose Traditional Saunas Over Infrared Saunas Join the debate In the world of sauna therapy, there's a debate that's been heating up—traditional saunas versus infrared saunas. While both offer their own set of benefits, at Black Oak,...
Revitalise Your Well-being
Exploring the Health Benefits of Bespoke Garden Saunas. Introduction to Garden Saunas In the fast-paced world we live in, finding moments of tranquillity and relaxation is essential for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. One way to achieve this balance is by...
Bespoke Furniture Design
The Advantages and why Choosing Bespoke Furniture over Off-the-Shelf Options In a world of mass production and convenience, the allure of bespoke furniture stands strong, offering a myriad of benefits that simply cannot be matched by off-the-shelf alternatives....
The Art Of Yakisugi
Yakisugi - Burning Timber Yakisugi (焼杉板) originated in Japan in the 18th century, primarily as a way to treat cedar sidings (cladding) to make them weatherproof. The technique involves charring a wood’s surface, to render it a deep charcoal-black. The term Yakisugi...
About the Author
Mark Hamerston
Get your carpentry projects done in style with Mark Hamerston, head carpenter at Black Oak Wood Co. Whether you need a new door frame, window sill, custom furniture or anything else in between, Mark is the man for the job.
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