With the nights drawing in and the trees beginning to lose their leaves, now is the perfect time to get your oak mantel ready for autumn. Of course, if you still haven’t got around to buying an oak mantel for your fireplace, you’re not too late to get it in time to try out some…
One of the best parts about having an oak fireplace beam is decorating it. Whether you want to create a focal point in your room or accessorise with the seasons, get some inspiration with our top 5 ways to decorate oak fireplace beams. 1. Oak fireplace beams with flower power Flowers are a wonderful way…
As August nears an end and autumn approaches, it’s time to think about cosying up your home for the long, dark winter nights that lie ahead. But before you awake your winter wardrobe from hibernation and put on those wooly jumpers, it’s time to take a look at how oak beams can help to create…
If you’re going to buy only one thing for your home this year, make sure it’s an oak mantel shelf for your fireplace. Need convincing? We take a look at why an oak mantel for your fireplace is 2019’s must-have item. A simple oak mantel shelf for your fireplace can transform your home If your…
Every home should have at least one oak mantel shelf. Not only do they make a great feature, they’re also super practical, too. Whether you want to create some extra surface space, make a feature wall or display your prized possessions, here are 5 perfect places to put your oak mantel. Place an oak mantel…
Fireplace mantelpieces come in a range of different materials. But if you’re looking for something with style and substance, wooden fireplace mantels are the way to go. We’ll take a look at why fireplace mantels made from wood really are better than all the rest. Wooden fireplace mantels are built to last Here at Traditional…
Whether your kitchen is traditional or modern, a large kitchen-diner or a smaller space, an oak mantelpiece is a great addition to almost any room. An oak mantelpiece provides the perfect focal point If a room doesn’t have a focal point, it can feel empty and lacking in character. An oak mantelpiece is a really…
Tired of looking at the same old stuff on your mantelpiece? Give your fireplace mantel a makeover for the summer months with the latest summer interior design trends. Bring in the botanical Summer 2019 is all about botanical prints and bright greens. Think tropical rainforest in your home and you’re pretty much there. This look…
Spoilt for choice with our super-size range of oak beams and don’t know which one would best suit your home? You’ve come to the right place. In this week’s blog, we’re going to take a look at some of the fantastic features of our best-selling beams. This should help you to decide which one to…
Oak mantels are thought of as the crème de la crème of all fireplace mantels. But why are they held in such high regard and would an oak mantel be the best option for your home? We take a closer look… Oak mantels were a common feature in older properties Many older houses have oak mantels…