100% French Oak Lean-to Garages Crafted in the UK
Oak Frames Direct are one of the country’s leading providers of bespoke, hand-crafted oak frame kits – and our lean-to garages are no exception.
We understand that one size does not fit all, so our designs are fully customisable and easy to use. We suit you. Whether you’re a skilled carpenter looking for quality resources you can trust, or someone in need of the perfect package installed and ready to go on the day. Each kit comes with a simple step-by-step guide to help you assemble your timber garage yourself, or alternatively, we can arrange for your lean-to garage to be built by our trusted contractors at your convenience.
There is a time for planning and a time for action, so why not get in contact with us today and turn your vision into a reality? And if you’re still at the drawing board, no problem. That is what our custom building tool is for.
Use Our Lean-to Garage Builder
Choose a starting point from the designs below and then build your own bespoke lean-to garage using our configurator.
One Bay Garage Kits
Our oak frame one bay garages come with a choice of roof ends and either open or closed stores at the sides if required. We also offer three depth options.
Two Bay Oak Framed Garage Kits
Our oak frame two bay garages come with a choice of roof ends and either open or closed stores at the ends if required. We also offer eight depth options.
Three Bay Oak Framed Garage Kits
Our oak frame three bay garages come with a choice of roof ends and either open or closed stores at the ends if required. We also offer eight depth options.
Two Bay Garages with Room Above
Our oak frame two bay garage kits with room above are made from high quality green oak timbers and come with either open or closed end stores, a choice of roof ends and offer two depth options.
Three Bay Garages with Room Above
Our three bay garage kits with room above are made from high quality green oak timbers using traditional jointing techniques. They come with either open or closed end stores, a choice of roof ends and offer two depth options.
Four Bay Garages with Room Above
Our oak frame four bay garage kits with room above are made from high quality green oak timbers and come with either open or closed end stores, a choice of roof ends and offer two depth options.
Design Your Timeless Lean-to Garage
For over 1000 years, timber frames have been a hallmark of construction in the UK. Think of the classic Tudor-style houses, with their black and white composition – most are still standing today. The reason? Oak.
If timber frames are the skeleton of British architecture, then oak wood is the heart. Few woods beat its strength and aesthetic. It is naturally water and pest-resistant, thanks to its high concentration of natural tannins. Its close grain also aids in its exceeding strength. If anything, over time, it only gets stronger.
Flash forward to today, and still, we are harnessing the same age-old techniques to build our framed structures, with the help of modern ingenuity to speed up the process. At Oak Frames Direct we know quality – and oak is the very definition of the word.
How We Will Build Your Oak-framed Lean-to Garage
Once your design preferences have been confirmed, we immediately get to work preparing your kit. No one likes a waiting game, so guarantee your frame is delivered within 6 to 8 weeks – and that’s nationwide!
Every single one of our kits is expertly cut using our Hundegger CNC K2 machine – no other tool can match its precision and reliability when producing the cleanest cuts of oak timber. And just to be 100% sure you are getting the best, we have a team of keen-eyed timber graders who will be ensuring each piece is primed and ready to go – there will be no knots or imperfections on their watch.
The Benefits of Using Oak Frames Direct
Oak Frames Direct offers products of the highest quality, designed and built in adherence with sustainable principles. We believe this dedication sets us apart from our competitors in several ways:
- Sustainable Oak: We build our double garage kits with beautiful green oak, sourced from a specially selected site in France. We prioritise sustainability in our oak frame buildings, planting three saplings for every tree used. This helps to ensure that we can continue to make our oak buildings for many years to come.
- Thorough Wood Grading: All wood is checked by our team of timber graders when it arrives at our UK workshop. We’ll utilise state of the art technology to carefully check for warps, cracks, and faults. Any wood that could impact the structural integrity of our garage kits is responsibly recycled.
- Precision Cut: Our carpenters use specialist equipment to cut each piece of oak in our kits, ensuring accuracy. This provides two clear benefits, ensuring a straightforward build process and contributing to the long term integrity of our garages.
- Q-Mark Certified: The Q-mark is an industry-leading certification from BM Trada. All of our products are Q-Mark certified, showcasing the exacting standards they are built to. The Q-Mark on all of our garage kits demonstrates our commitments to quality and sustainability.
Technical Information & FAQs
We have a variety of frame types available. You can find out more here.
- Main span
- Main span with rear aisle
- Aisled Barn
- Main Span with first floor with central post
- Raised plate without central post
- Sling brace
- Lean-To
- Monopitch
- Flat roof
We use a selection of traditional jointing techniques. You can find out more here.
- Scarf Joints
- Mortice & Tenon Joints
- Lap Joints
There is a selection of traditional roof options available for your garage. You can see all the options here.
- Gable roof end Barn Hip roof end
- Full Hip roof end
- Catslides roof end
There are lots of traditional and modern roofing materials available. You can find all the options available here.
- Tiles
- Stone
- Shingle
- Thatch
- Profiled Sheet
- Metal
- Green
There are several options available depending on your circumstances. You can find out more here.
- Shallow Foundations
- Deep Foundations
- Insulated Walls
- Soleplate at FFL
- Dwarf Wall
- Oversite / Floor
WANT TO SPEAK WITH AN EXPERT?
We supply a wide range of oak frames all across the UK.
A Selection Of Our Lean-to Garages
Do You Need Planning Permission?
Before we can get to work on your build, you will need to make sure that the appropriate planning permission has been acquired. As lean-to garages are only small, there is a chance yours could fall under the 4-metre height limit, and may not need permission or building regulations. But every plan is different and there is no sure-fire way to know what permissions you will need, so check first.
If you are unsure how to apply for planning permission, we offer a full planning service, which will allow you to gather all the essential details and dimensions your planning officer will require.
Once permission has been granted, we will deduct the fee from the overall price of your chosen frame. Plus, if for whatever reason your planning request does not go through successfully, your deposit is fully refundable. With Oak Frames Direct, you are never out of pocket.
The Price of Your Lean-to Garage
Oak Frames Direct specialises in providing custom-made designs, so no one cost applies to all kits. Our team will be happy to advise you on estimates when you are working through the design phase, but rest assured, you are in the safest hands – and our testimonials can attest to that.
The bottom line is: we want to deliver the perfect addition to your home and, at the same time, meet your budget. Speak to a member of the team today, and start making it happen.
What Are The Benefits Of a Lean-to Garage?
- Better use of space: Only about 20% of homes in the UK are fully detached, so when it comes to planning your frame, chances are you will not have the space for a free-standing structure. That is why lean-to garages are perfect for better space management.
- Easy to assemble: A smaller plan calls for fewer materials. Our lean-to garages are simple to construct yourself at home. Everything you need is in your kit, and that includes plenty of coach screws, nails, timber plugs, pegs, and pins.
- Seamless design: A lean-to garage fits right into the overall look of your home. Our classic brickwork base and timber frames can suit any style of home, and the sloped roof makes for a smooth transition from home to garage. We make sure your garage stands out for the right reason.
- Cost-effective: Lean-to garages are compact and simple in design, so are perfect for an extension on a budget. Start planning today and get a bespoke quote.
Get Your Quote For Your Bespoke Lean-to Garage Today
All our oak timber frames are Q-Mark certified – which means from design to assembly, our processes meet all of the 22 industry standards. The kits are fully customisable, to fit any and all of your design specifications. We also make and deliver fast, so you never need to wait for results.
With all that in mind, and our design tool just a click away, there is no reason to wait. Start browsing now and make your commitment later. We will be there every step of the way.
