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Oak Box Beam - Hollow RSJ Cover
Oak Box Beam - Hollow RSJ Cover
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Description
Description
Our oak beam covers offer a practical and attractive way to conceal steel RSJs and structural beams while bringing the natural beauty of real oak into your interior.
These hollow oak box beams are designed to wrap around or clad steel beams, transforming an exposed RSJ into a feature that suits both traditional and contemporary spaces. The finished look gives the appearance of a substantial solid oak ceiling beam, without the weight or installation complexity of structural timber.
Our oak RSJ covers are crafted from carefully selected character-grade European oak, showcasing the natural grain, knots and texture you would expect from genuine oak beams. Character-grade oak contains small sound and live knots, with a maximum diameter of 30mm.
Every oak box beam is made to your exact specifications. When calculating the size required, please note that building regulations may require steelwork to be covered with fire-rated plasterboard before fitting the oak box beam. The diagram illustrates this common installation method.
Each order includes oak plugs and touch-up finish for a seamless final result.
We also offer a full range of colour options, making it easy to match existing shelves, oak fireplace beams or furniture previously purchased from us.
Made-to-Measure Oak RSJ Covers
Most projects require bespoke sizing, which is why our oak RSJ covers are made to measure. This ensures the beam cladding fits neatly around your existing steel beam while maintaining clean lines and accurate proportions.
When ordering an oak beam cover, the most important measurements are the external dimensions of the finished beam and the internal clearance required to accommodate the RSJ.
Typical sizing considerations include:
- Internal width and height required to fit around the steel beam
- Desired external beam proportions for visual impact
- Ceiling height and room scale
- Installation method and fixing points
Bespoke sizing allows joiners and installers to achieve a precise fit, ensuring the finished beam looks intentional rather than simply covering steelwork.
Delivery & Installation
Each oak RSJ cover is typically manufactured to order to ensure accurate sizing and a high-quality finish.
Manufacturing
Our oak beams are produced by our own skilled craftsmen using traditional woodworking methods in our Yorkshire warehouse. This ensures every beam cover maintains the natural character and quality expected from real oak products.
Installation
Compared with solid oak beams, hollow beam covers are significantly easier to install.
Installation typically involves:
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Creating a timber fixing frame around the steel beam
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Sliding the oak beam cover into position
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Fixing discreetly through the sides or top
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Finishing joints if required
Many builders and joiners install these beams regularly, though competent DIY installers can also complete the installation with the correct preparation.
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Oak box beam guide prices
The table below provides typical guide prices for our oak box beams based on section size. These figures are intended as a useful starting point when planning your project.
| Oak box beam guide price per metre + VAT | ||||||
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Section size (mm) (width × height) |
100 | 150 | 200 | 250 | 300 | 350 |
| 100 | £92.00 | £120.00 | £150.00 | £187.00 | £215.00 | £243.00 |
| 150 | £105.00 | £130.00 | £164.00 | £200.00 | £229.00 | £257.00 |
| 200 | £124.00 | £150.00 | £178.00 | £215.00 | £243.00 | £272.00 |
| 250 | £144.00 | £172.00 | £201.00 | £229.00 | £257.00 | £286.00 |
| 300 | £158.00 | £187.00 | £215.00 | £243.00 | £282.00 | £300.00 |
| 350 | £172.00 | £201.00 | £229.00 | £257.00 | £286.00 | £314.00 |
These prices are intended as a guide only. Final costs will vary depending on the steel size, how the beam is set into ceilings, walls or kitchen units, and the overall specification. For an accurate quotation, please get in touch with your project details.