Charred Wood Siding Ontario

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At blackwood we char wood lovingly by hand in the japanese tradition of shou sugi ban or yakisugi. With traditional painted siding you have the cost of the siding installation costs paint and painting costs and then repainting again every 10 or so years. Western red cedar is a renewable resource and we offer fsc certified sustainable options and it doesn t contain any nasty chemicals that are. Shou sugi ban or yakisugi are uv resistant weather resistant rot resistant and bug resistant and can last upwards of 80 years with little to no maintenance.

Charred wood siding and fencing aka. All cedar products are appropriate for exterior siding and interior wall ceiling cladding. We ve built dining tables kitchen island tops stair cases and even a timber framed screened porch using charred wood says wood burning expert chris dobbins the owner of cdh carpentry in haliburton ont. Reflects your preference for authenticity and for quality durable materials in harmony with nature regardless of architectural style.

All of our exterior products are designed to preserve the tradition of shou sugi ban while meeting the high demands of modern architecture. Shou sugi ban siding and torrefied wood. The burning process creates a layer of carbon resulting in elegant finishes that protect the wood from the elements. Genuine wood siding eastern white cedar shingles.

Charred western red cedar features shou sugi ban charred wood in a range of neutral tones from creamy white to dark grey. The process called shou sugi ban 焼 杉 板 or yakisugi is used to preserve cedar making the wood less susceptible to fire pests and rot. 6 10ft lengths. From cleaning the wood to firing it the process is natural and time tested.

In many cases using our charred wood instead of painted stained wood siding or another siding material can actually be significantly cheaper over the long run. And charred wood isn t just for siding. There is a related wood treatment called torrefied wood or thermo modified wood where milled planks are baked in a high temperature oven. Montana timber products has mastered our own proprietary finishing process to ensure the highest quality and character.

The art of charring wood started in japan centuries ago. We ship to anywhere in canada and the united states. About kindl the expression of beauty in charred wood. Virtually all the moisture is removed during this process which can change the crystalline structure of cellulose.

Our exterior charred siding products deliver superior performance and distinctive beauty.