Oak Trusses
In the world of architecture and design, oak trusses stand as a testament to the enduring strength and aesthetic appeal of traditional craftsmanship. At English Heritage Buildings, we pride ourselves on offering a diverse range of oak trusses that honour the rich history of architectural design. All of our trusses are rooted in the same structural principles, ensuring both beauty and reliability.
Our collection includes the King Post Truss, known for its tension-handling capability, secured firmly to the tie beam, and often accompanied by purlins for larger spans. The Hammer Beam Roof, with its stability ensured through triangulation, features hammer beams that project over curved braces, supporting the structure’s elegance and strength. The Queen Post Truss, similar to the King Post but with two upright posts, accommodates larger spans with the same grace. The Arched Brace Collar Truss is celebrated for its aesthetic appeal and structural integrity, secured with stainless pins or bolts. For those seeking a blend of utility and style, the Sling Brace Truss offers a solution for two-storey buildings with low eaves, while the Crown Post Roof eliminates most outward thrust with its substantial tie beam. And for a touch of decorative finesse, our Feature Truss adds architectural interest without bearing structural load.
Our expertise in crafting these trusses ensures that each piece not only meets the highest standards of quality but also brings a piece of history and artistry into modern constructions. Whether you’re designing a new home or enhancing an existing structure, our oak trusses offer a blend of durability, elegance, and timeless appeal.
Explore our trusses below
King Post Truss
The king post needs to be securely fixed
to the tie beam as it is in tension and this
is usually done with a strap or a bolt inserted from underneath. Purlins would
be used on large spans.
Hammer Beam Roof
Triangulation ensures the stability
of the hammer beam frame with the hammer beams corbelled over curved braces and supporting the hammer posts.
Queen Post Truss
Similar to a king post truss except it has
2 upright posts and can be used on larger spans. Purlins would be used on large spans.
Arched Brace Collar Truss
A popular truss but because of the significant tensile forces the braces need to be secured with stainless pins or bolts. Purlins would be used on large spans.
Sling Brace Truss
Used to get a two storey building with low eaves and usually combined with dormer windows.
Crown Post Roof
The crown post sits on a substantial tie beam and this configuration eliminates most of the outward thrust of the roof.
Feature Truss
This truss has no structural value and
is used a feature only.