The japanese invented this technique centuries ago calling it shou sugi ban or yakisugi.
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Virtually all the moisture is removed during this process which can change the crystalline structure of cellulose.
It looks after us in return.
Shou sugi ban siding and torrefied wood.
There s an ethereal quality to the charcoaled wood.
The wood siding is in fact not painted but instead treated using a natural preservation process called shou sugi ban.
We are nature s collaborators.
Our process has always started with planting and caring for the forest.
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Charred wood siding and fencing are the products of an ancient japanese technique that makes a unique beautiful and durable exterior wood product.
Our exterior charred siding products deliver superior performance and distinctive beauty.
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.
Traditionally shou sugi ban was made with cedar.
The traditional japanese technique involves burning the surface of the wood to create a protective seal as well as a visually distinctive finish.
Explore the art of japanese yakisugi charred wood siding.
However almost any type of wood can be used making this a great way to use reclaimed lumber.
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.
The burning process creates a layer of carbon resulting in elegant finishes that protect the wood from the elements.
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Its silvery surface transforms with the changing light.
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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.
We are truly blessed by the woods.
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There is a related wood treatment called torrefied wood or thermo modified wood where milled planks are baked in a high temperature oven.