MATERIAL SELECTION

TYPE

Oak is a hardwood species commonly used in construction due to its strength, durability, and attractive appearance. In addition, oak is known for its resistance to decay and insect infestation, making it a popular choice for outdoor and wet environments.

SOURCING

As a native tree species to the UK, oak can be found in various regions nationwide. As such, oak can be sourced from many locations in the UK, including forests, woodlands, and commercial timber yards. These companies can be found throughout the UK. They may offer sustainably sourced oak certified by organizations such as the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) or the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC).

DIMENSIONS

Sawn timber, particularly timber battens, is considered for producing this artefact as they are extensively used on most of the site creating frames of varying sizes and having a considerable amount of offcuts.

These are the standard dimensions (in mm), rough-sawn, air-dried:

24 x 30, 24 x 48, 27 x 35*, 27 x 40*,

27 x 50*, 27 x 60*,30 x 48, 30 x 60,

50 x 50, 60 x 60, 60 x 80, 60 x 100,60 x 120, 80 x 80, 80 x 100

*Western Switzerland (Deplazes 2008)

It has a light colour at most of the sides but I have noticed that one side has developed a patina, which is a change in color and texture due to exposure to sunlight or other environmental factors.