All of our exterior products are designed to preserve the tradition of shou sugi ban while meeting the high demands of modern architecture.
Burnt pine siding.
While shou sugi ban 焼杉板 originated in japan in the 18th century primarily as way to treat cedar siding to make it weatherproof the technique which involves charring a wood surface to.
This process can also be done with other common woods such as pine hemlock maple or oak and is the perfect finish to the exterior of a variety of wood framing materials.
The burning process creates a layer of carbon resulting in elegant finishes that protect the wood from the elements.
Wooden boards are burnt on each side which is usually done with a blowtorch.
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The charred surface can be left completely untouched can be heavily or lightly brushed and can be sealed with a clear coat or a stain.
Charred wood is made using new lumber that has been carefully burned to highlight the wood s natural character.
Read more about the history of charred wood aka shou sugi ban and characteristics of charred wood siding and fencing.
How carbonized wood finish is made.
Our exterior charred siding products deliver superior performance and distinctive beauty.
Using a stiff brush carbon residue is then removed from the boards and the material is rinsed with water.
That is exactly the type favored by the japanese designers.
A house with burnt wood siding is a sight to behold charred wood makes facades shine with noble silvery black glow.
This charred surface is then rot pest weather uv and fire resistant in addition to being aesthetically unique striking and beautiful.
Competitive pricing and shortest lead time.
I use this burnt wood finish technique on most if not all of my builds.
Cedar and larch are local very durable and resistant to rot.
Heavily burnt surfaces are black with bluish tint and have a crocodile skin texture.
Nakamoto forestry is the largest producer and supplier of japanese burnt wood siding shou sugi ban in the us canada.