Douglas fir
We source our Douglas fir from FSC-certified, well-managed forests across the UK and Scotland. By choosing locally grown timber, we reduce transportation emissions - making Douglas fir an environmentally responsible choice for eco-conscious projects. As a softwood, it’s also significantly more cost-effective than hardwoods like oak, offering excellent value without compromising quality.
The roofline of a Douglas fir framed annex during installation
Douglas fir grows in the UK and can be a cost effective choice
A traditionally mortice and tenon jointed Douglas fir frame
Douglas fir has characterful knots and shakes like oak but more of an orangery-pink hue
A Douglas fir framed living room with a mono pitch truss style
Often planed-all round Douglas fir lends itself well to clean and crisp lines for a contemporary finish
About
Providing clean lines and a crisp finish, Douglas fir can be an attractive option for more contemporary frames. As a straight growing species of tree, Douglas fir performs best in straight-lined frames.
The timber has an orangey-pink hue, maturing to a deeper orange over time, giving it a distinctive feel and flavour. The tone can be softened, if preferred, with whitewash.
Due to a lower moisture content Douglas fir seasons more quickly than hardwood. By the time the frame is produced, it has lost a great deal of moisture, making it a more stable material to build around.
Elevate Your Build with the Clean, Contemporary Strength of Douglas Fir
Carpenter Oak’s Douglas fir frames offer the perfect balance of modern aesthetics, sustainability, and affordability. Inspired? Read about all our Douglas fir framed projects, or if you're ready to start the conversation please get in touch with us or send us an enquiry on our Contact page.
- Origin
Grows plentifully and sustainably in the UK
- Qualities
Subtle orangey-pink hue to the timber, lovely grain, works well with a range of finishes, large and long sections available, cost effective
- Typical use
Contemporary domestic scaled timber frames, large scale public and commercial buildings involving large spans and often steel connections
Douglas fir projects
Renton Hall Extension
Contemporary Douglas Fir extension to a classic Georgian house add a stunning new living space to an impressive home
Old Schoolhouse Extension
The use of hidden steel elements and an innovative glazing system allows for almost 360 views of the stunning Scottish landscape
