From the finer details of carpentry, like architraves and skirting, to the more vital, like a strong, dependable staircase, there are many ways to use timber in the home. Read on to hear ten great ways to use timber in the home.
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Bespoke stairs
Making such an essential feature as stairs into a beautiful focal point is a great way to enhance the ambiance of your home. Aim to showcase the wood by pairing unpainted premium timber steps with painted backings.
Exposed beams
To get the best beams possible into your space, you can always add in some feature beams. While structural ones must be included when building, premium timber can be easily made into a focal point beam. Wall paneling
Internal paneling is a great way to save money on heating while also showcasing the gorgeous wood available to you. Consider using different types of wood in your paneling to accent one another.
Solid timber flooring
Because of the dense, fibrous nature of hardwood flooring, opting for timber floors can be a great way to insulate a property while making it look gorgeous. You might opt for gently stained boards, but untreated boards will look gorgeous too.
Wooden worktops
Wooden worktops are a great way to add warmth and love to a kitchen, but they can also be laborious. For example, spillages must be cleaned immediately, or the wood can start to absorb the liquid and swell.
Despite this high maintenance effort, they add an awful lot of luxury to a kitchen, making for a warm and soft countertop.
Built-in storage
While basic storage largely exists to give us more room away from clutter, it’s worth considering making your storage into a focal point. For example, asking a joiner to use premium wood to create a bespoke bookcase for your space will be as beautiful as it is functional.
Skirting boards
Skirting boards started out as a way to prevent damage to the bases of walls. While it does, of course, still fulfill that role, it can be made an awful lot more beautiful, too.
You could consider adding some inlay to your skirting board, for example, iron for a black line or brightly dyed resin for a pop of color. Paired with other additions to a room, an impressive skirting board can make a world of difference.
External cladding
While external cladding isn’t ideal for every home, it can add character, color, and visual depth to any home. Most types of external cladding feature vertically aligned strips of wood, but there are no rules. You could opt for a geometric design or something entirely random.
Internal oak doors
Internal oak doors can make a wonderful addition to any home. Oak is a premium hardwood with a rich, golden coloration that makes it ideal for any interior. Opting for an oak door with a beautiful pattern, such as a Celtic knot engraved, can make a characterful and tactile addition to your home.
Composite decking
Composite decking can be a wonderful addition to any outdoor space. Composite wood is designed to resemble hardwood while having an additional non-slip finish and being more durable in extreme temperatures.
There are a great deal of ways you can add timber to your home, with this list only being the start of many different potential choices. Consider what your home may be lacking and ways in which you might like to interact with your home that you currently don’t. Once you’ve ascertained ways in which your home could be improved, the rest will fall into place.
