At Maple Timber Frame, we take pride in our many years of extensive knowledge and expertise in the timber framing industry. For many years, we have been at the forefront of crafting high-quality timber frame structures that stand the test of time. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, we have honed our skills and techniques to deliver exceptional timber frame solutions that exceed our clients’ expectations.
Welcome to Maple Timber Frame Colchester
Self-Build with Maple Timber Frame
Maple Timber Frame specialises in offering affordable self-build solutions through timber frame construction, which comes with numerous advantages:
- Cost-effectiveness: By using easily accessible timber materials, timber frame homes become a cost-effective option. Moreover, the quicker construction process helps reduce labour costs, making it a budget-friendly choice.
- Sustainability: Timber frame construction is an environmentally friendly option due to the renewable nature of timber. It has a lower carbon footprint compared to other materials, and its excellent insulation properties contribute to reduced energy consumption and heating costs.
- Design Flexibility: With timber frame construction, you have the freedom to create unique and customised homes that perfectly suit your individual needs. It also allows for easier modifications and renovations in the future.
- Longevity: Timber frame construction is renowned for its durability, ensuring that homes can last for centuries with proper maintenance. Treated timber is naturally resistant to fire, moisture, and pests, making it a reliable choice for long-lasting homes. Choose Maple Timber Frame for a cost-effective, sustainable, flexible, and durable self-build solution!
Sustainable Frames
Timber is a fantastic choice for construction due to its inherent sustainability and eco-friendliness. It is a renewable resource, which means that using timber helps to preserve our environment. Timber also has a lower carbon footprint compared to materials such as steel and concrete. Additionally, timber frame construction offers excellent insulation, which leads to reduced energy consumption and lower heating costs. By opting for timber frame homes, you are making an environmentally responsible decision that aligns perfectly with the principles of ecological sustainability.
Aesthetic Appeal and Versatility
Timber is not just a renewable resource, it also brings practical benefits and enhances the beauty of houses. The natural warmth and inviting ambiance it offers creates a timeless and elegant look that homeowners truly appreciate. Moreover, the versatility of timber frames in design allows for the creation of personalised living spaces, giving each homeowner the chance to showcase their individuality and unique style.
Precision Manufacturing & Quality Assurance
Maple Timber Frame’s cutting-edge manufacturing facilities are crucial in the construction process. By using advanced technology and skilled craftsmanship, we create timber frame components with meticulous precision and attention to detail. This guarantees that the components are precisely engineered and prepared for efficient assembly on-site. We prioritise quality assurance and adhere to industry standards throughout the construction process. Stringent inspections and quality checks are carried out at different stages to ensure that the timber frame homes meet the required safety and quality standards.
Cost-Effectiveness and Customisation
Timber framed houses have numerous advantages apart from being cost-effective. Timber is not only a renewable and sustainable resource, but it also possesses exceptional insulation properties. This helps in minimising energy consumption and lowering heating expenses. At Maple Timber Frame Colchester, we take pride in our expertise in delivering top quality craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail. Our goal is to create timber frame structures that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also built to withstand the test of time.
Our vision for the future is to provide affordable, truly sustainable, zero carbon homes without requiring major changes in the way we live.
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Testimonials
Fantastic service from start to finish. Top quality work by a top quality team Highly recommended
Anthony B.,
Bought a timber frame from Maple a couple of years ago. They were a great help during the design process and we can say now that the end result is all they promised, a super house with high insulation values and low heating bills, well done Maple!
Derek W.,
The chosen frame was the standard Maple 90mm design, which was filled with90mm of mineral wool. Though Maple also offer a 140mm frame with higher levels of insulation, Graham and Suzanna’s house achieved an energy efficiencySAP rating of 99 out of 100, so they feel they made the right choice
Build It Magazine,
The Parkyns were determined not to cut corners, and visited some of the Maple’sprevious clients, talking to them about the service. Chris wanted Maple to obtain building regulation consent, supply and erect the frame, and provide the second fix carpentry, but preferred to subcontract out to the various other trades and purchase further materials for himself.
Homebuilding & Renovating Magazine,
Maple Timber Frame helped the Nozedars throughout their project – liaising with the planners and adapting the plans. They had designed the chalet bungalow from the outside, in order to meet all planning requirements.
Homebuilding & Renovating,
After tendering to three timber frame companies the Spraggana chose Maple TimberFrame, who returned the cheapest quote and was the only company prepared to create a totally bespoke frame to Keith Cattell’s design
Homebuilding & Renovating,
The Hansons started by visiting timber frame show homes. They found that many of the designs had vertical wooden posts as standard. While they could see their charm, they could also imagine the bumped heads and tears. The absence of posts was the initial attraction to timber frame manufacturer, Maple. ‘We also like Maple because they were a small, friendly company’ said Caroline. ‘It was great to see the company director, Philip Price, take such an active, hands-on interest in our project.’
Caroline,
The classic stone portico over the front door was created by a specialist firm of stonemasons, Faussets near Blackpool in Lancashire, recommended by Maple. Even allowing for transport costs (to Cambridgeshire), we reckon that we would have had to pay two or three times the price to have had the portico built locally.
Graham & Suzanna,
The erection of the timber-frame was a model of efficiency. The three-man teamarrived mid morning . . . and by the end of the first day already had the frame erectedto first floor level. The entire job took just one week.
Build it Magazine,
I have a complete distrust of tradesmen, which helped us to decide on a buildingusing timber-frame. It is such a quick process, which gives a weathertight shellwithin a few days.
Chris Parkyn,
We wanted to build in timber-frame because it would be quicker than brick and block. We also wanted a house with good thermal values. We wanted apackage company that would give us support all the way through the project, so we simply worked our way through the Build It list of package companies and contracted seven or eightwho sounded suitable
Graham Reynolds,
Lynn and Audrey had visited the Homebuilding & Renovating Show together and hadboth been impressed by Maple Timber Frame, who worked with them to develop theirideas into workable designs. They were interesting to talk to and interested in what wehad to say, but what really clinched it was their flexibility. We weren’t prepared tocompromise on our design.
Homebuilding & Renovating Magazine,
We were on site before the full tendering process for the timber frame was complete.We went to about eight companies and based on a combination of cost and reportsfrom others before deciding on Maple.
Sandra Parkyn,
Manufacturers of Fine Timber Frame Homes
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