The best new extension starts with wood

Getting an extension onto the side of your property is a great way to increase its value and also give you extra space.  With an increasingly volatile housing market many people are considering staying put in their existing property rather than try and get somewhere new.  Higher mortgage interest rates have meant that moving is not an easy prospect as it was some three or four years ago.  However if you are thinking of getting an extension then it needs to be done properly and it needs to also mirror the rest of the property. Timber Frame Construction Is one of the best ways of building a nice new extension but gives the property a traditional look and it’s also very strong. merlintimberframe.co.uk/ are one of the many suppliers you can ensure you have the right materials to begin with.

The need to apply for an extension can be many and varied.  One of the main reasons is to adapt a living room onto the side of the property if yours is not giving you enough space.  Another popular reason is to develop a downstairs bedroom for a family member who needs to be cared for.

The most popular reason is that of the creation of a home office stroke dining room area.  Struggling to accommodate everybody around the dinner table at Christmas is one of the biggest driving forces behind getting an extension to give everyone more room.

Summary

This article argues that timber frame construction is one of the best ways to build a home extension that looks traditional while staying strong, appealing to homeowners choosing to extend rather than move in a volatile market. It covers common reasons for extensions, including enlarging a living room, adding a downstairs bedroom for a family member, and creating a home office or dining area.

Questions this article raises

  • How does the cost of a timber frame extension compare with traditional brick-built ones?
  • How long does a typical timber frame extension take to build?
  • Do timber frame extensions need different planning permission from brick extensions?
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Claire Morgan is an interior stylist, enthusiastic gardener and serial home improver based in Cheltenham. She writes about interiors, gardening, DIY and the practical realities of making a house feel like home.