Set the wood plank or woodwork on a flat level inflammable surface such as a concrete driveway or a metal worktop.
Diy charred wood siding.
This technique to give wood siding fire resistance has some beautiful qualities.
The essential idea is to burn the surface of wood to a varying degree of char.
The japanese invented this technique centuries ago calling it shou sugi ban or yakisugi.
We are nature s collaborators.
Our process has always started with planting and caring for the forest.
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.
Join me as i tour the factory where it s made.
Explore the art of japanese yakisugi charred wood siding.
We are truly blessed by the woods.
If you want a less burnt finish this is really easy just get a hard bristled brush and brush your wood siding.
This gives the wood an absolutely stunning finish and i have used this on.
The carbonised wood brushes off and you are left with a really beautiful 3d textured finish caused by uneven burning of the growth rings in the wood.
Charred wood siding and fencing are the products of an ancient japanese technique that makes a unique beautiful and durable exterior wood product.