Montana timber products has mastered our own proprietary finishing process to ensure the highest quality and character.
Burnt japanese siding.
The burning process creates a layer of carbon resulting in elegant finishes that protect the wood from the elements.
Our exterior charred siding products deliver superior performance and distinctive beauty.
Nakamoto forestry is the largest producer and supplier of japanese burnt wood siding shou sugi ban in the us canada.
Our charwood siding shou sugi ban is one of our two flagship products the other being our charwood fencing our charwood siding comes in five different finishes midnight ebony char silvertip sage and lightest tiger char.
Charred wood siding and fencing are the products of an ancient japanese technique that makes a unique beautiful and durable exterior wood product.
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Originating in 18th century japan shou sugi ban is a particularly striking method of preserving wood by charring it with fire.
I love experimenting with different diy techniques and as both an avid maker of things and a volunteer firefighter i feel duty bound to show you this really cool diy charred wood tutorial also known as shou sugi ban a japanese wood burning technique don t quote me on this but my research indicates that shou sugi ban means burnt cedar board and it s a centuries old.
Traditionally this practice is used with japanese cedar in order to weatherproof it.
What is charred wood siding fencing.
The wood is burned until the surface is charred and then coated with natural oil.
Charwood is a japanese style of charred wood called shou sugi ban a process of finishing siding that dates back hundreds of years.
Select the level of char that brings out the desired black gray silver and brown tones to achieve your desired aesthetic.
See our selection of authentic japanese yakisugi shou sugi ban products readily available throughout the us canada.
Shou sugi ban burnt wood exterior cladding is naturally made very durable originated as a japanese wood finish for homes revealing the beauty of the natural preserved timber ecohome published.