The burning process creates a layer of carbon resulting in elegant finishes that protect the wood from the elements.
Black charred wood siding.
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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.
I used locally sourced nc cedar wood.
At blackwood we char wood lovingly by hand in the japanese tradition of shou sugi ban or yakisugi.
Virtually all the moisture is removed during this process which can change the crystalline structure of cellulose.
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Alternative to black.
Montana timber products has mastered our own proprietary finishing process to ensure the highest quality and character.
Or consider a treated wood product such as perennial wood or accoya which are acetylated for rot resistance.
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.
The japanese invented this technique centuries ago calling it shou sugi ban or yakisugi.
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.
There is a related wood treatment called torrefied wood or thermo modified wood where milled planks are baked in a high temperature oven.
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.
Charwood is a japanese style of charred wood called shou sugi ban a process of finishing siding that dates back hundreds of years.
Charred wood siding and fencing are the products of an ancient japanese technique that makes a unique beautiful and durable exterior wood product.
Love of the grain workshop here agin with an all new diy shou sugi ban charred cedar plank video.
Featured article explore the art of japanese yakisugi charred wood siding.
Shou sugi ban siding and torrefied wood.
All of our exterior products are designed to preserve the tradition of shou sugi ban while meeting the high demands of modern architecture.