Burned Cedar Siding

What is shou sugi ban siding.
Burned cedar siding. There s some flexibility in exactly how it s done and there are various looks that can be achieved. Shou sugi ban is an ancient japanese carbonized wood finish created by burning the surface of wood to preserve it. The japanese invented this technique centuries ago calling it shou sugi ban or yakisugi. Thanks to its stunning beauty and durability shou sugi ban is making a comeback.
For our siding we re using an old japanese technique for preserving wood called shou sugi ban a k a. Literally translating to burnt cedar board in english shou sugi ban traditionally involves scorching wooden boards with a torch or controlled fire cooling the wood softening the char with a. Charred cedar although any number of species of wood could work. It is often called japanese cedar and is utilized primarily for construction lumber due to high rigidity and quick drying.
The essential idea is to burn the surface of wood to a varying degree of char. The flood pro series by ppg paints comes in a wide range of exterior stains that are ideal for western red cedar products. To add a rich long lasting opaque color there s ppg s 100 acrylic stain which protects against sun and water damage. Cedar is naturally resistant to damage from uv and weather insects rot decay and fire due to its high tannin content the compound that makes it red.
Cedar siding is a very traditional north american cladding and it stands out for its beauty and timeless appeal. The technique simultaneously makes the wood beautiful mold resistant pest resistant and ironically fire resistant. Charred wood siding and fencing are the products of an ancient japanese technique that makes a unique beautiful and durable exterior wood product. Resawn timber co.
Our sugi is milled and graded for maximum durability in exterior applications and to showcase the inherently beautiful grain. And to slightly tint your siding with color pigmentation uv5 penetrating wood finish is a sound choice. Western red cedar siding is a beautiful affordable and environmentally friendly siding choice.