For our siding we re using an old japanese technique for preserving wood called shou sugi ban aka.
Diy shou sugi ban siding.
Gendai is the most commonly specified yakisugi shou sugi ban surface for exterior applications.
I made a youtube video to accompany this instructable you can watch it here.
The burnt fiber crevasse shadows are subtle and gendai can either be installed with or without an oil prefinish.
Charred cedar although any number of species of wood could work.
While shou sugi ban 焼杉板 originated in japan in the 18th century primarily as way to treat cedar siding to make it weatherproof the technique which involves charring a wood surface to render it a.
Shou sugi ban serves as an eco friendly fungicide and pesticide for wooden siding decking fencing and patio furniture.
Seeing it used in interior applications inspired me to think beyond siding.
Shou sugi ban has been practiced in japan for centuries.
Fire treating wood breaks down its cellulose which contains nutrients such.
There is a related wood treatment called torrefied wood or thermo modified wood where milled planks are baked in a high temperature oven.
Shou sugi ban charred wood effect.
Traditionally used for siding wood charring techniques like shou sugi ban have seen a resurgence in popularity.
Charring a 1 6 piece of cedar.
It rose to popularity for its unique and striking aesthetic and was prolific until the japanese supply of wood dwindled and newer less costly products came onto the market.
Shou sugi ban is becoming very trendy these days and by making it this way you don t need a propane torch or any other specialist tools.
A light brushing process knocks down the heavy soot layer and leaves a smooth silky appearance.
Shou sugi ban siding and torrefied wood.
Virtually all the moisture is removed during this process which can change the crystalline structure of cellulose.