I used locally sourced nc cedar wood.
Black charred wood siding.
The appeal of a burnt wood finish the hottest trend in design which is also an ancient japanese technique offers surprising benefits for siding furniture and more.
Alternative to black.
It is a topographic textured surface that follows the wood grain and we hand grade after surfacing to achieve a consistent blend of heartwood and sapwood.
Charring known as shou sugi ban is another option that has been practiced for centuries in japan just burn the wood surface until it s deeply charred and install for a low maintenance dark to very dark siding.
All of our exterior products are designed to preserve the tradition of shou sugi ban while meeting the high demands of modern architecture.
In many cases using our charred wood instead of painted stained wood siding or another siding material can actually be significantly cheaper over the long run.
The japanese invented this technique centuries ago calling it shou sugi ban or yakisugi.
Our exterior charred siding products deliver superior performance and distinctive beauty.
Featured article explore the art of japanese yakisugi charred wood siding.
With traditional painted siding you have the cost of the siding installation costs paint and painting costs and then repainting again every 10 or so years.
Shou sugi ban siding and torrefied wood.
Montana timber products has mastered our own proprietary finishing process to ensure the highest quality and character.
Virtually all the moisture is removed during this process which can change the crystalline structure of cellulose.
The burning process creates a layer of carbon resulting in elegant finishes that protect the wood from the elements.
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Or consider a treated wood product such as perennial wood or accoya which are acetylated for rot resistance.
At blackwood we char wood lovingly by hand in the japanese tradition of shou sugi ban or yakisugi.
Charred wood siding and fencing are the products of an ancient japanese technique that makes a unique beautiful and durable exterior wood product.
Located in the the addington highlands of ontario canada we work with our clients to create custom charred siding for exterior and interior walls and ceilings.
Love of the grain workshop here agin with an all new diy shou sugi ban charred cedar plank video.