Burnt Wood Siding Technique

Using a stiff brush carbon residue is then removed from the boards and the material is rinsed with water.
Burnt wood siding technique. Colours usually range from a very rich natural wood colour to a deep black. Wooden boards are burnt on each side which is usually done with a blowtorch. The essential idea is to burn the surface of wood to a varying degree of char. Once a board is dry it s ideal to apply a natural non toxic oil to seal it.
Coated or stainless steel fasteners rated for outdoor use with doug fir or cedar are recommended as is using proper protective gear when cutting or installing charred wood products. Charred wood siding and fencing are the products of an ancient japanese technique that makes a unique beautiful and durable exterior wood product. Our charred wood products install with the same techniques as the traditional siding materials. The japanese invented this technique centuries ago calling it shou sugi ban or yakisugi.