I wanted to make some charred wood siding and during my research i stumbled across a japanese language video on youtube where i saw this really simple yet very clever technique in japan this technique is called shou sugi ban or yakisugi.
Burnt siding technique.
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.
But the end look is amazing on the cabin.
I will add that wiping off the soot is very messy.
Charred wood siding and fencing are the products of an ancient japanese technique that makes a unique beautiful and durable exterior wood product.
Creating quality yakisugi starts with the right material.
It s been a lot of work.
What is charred wood siding fencing.
Our charred wood products install with the same techniques as the traditional siding materials.
We are in the process of completing the siding of our tiny cabin with burnt pine boards purchased from big box lumber.
Competitive pricing and shortest lead time.
We put shiplap cuts burnt and oiled each board.
Nakamoto forestry is the largest producer and supplier of japanese burnt wood siding shou sugi ban in the us canada.
Because the best material deserves the best technique.