The torch needs to be passed at the same speed and held the same distance from the wood to get a uniform burn.
Burn the wood siding.
A small 14 oz torch works well for.
Charred wood siding and fencing are the products of an ancient japanese technique that makes a unique beautiful and durable exterior wood product.
The essential idea is to burn the surface of wood to a varying degree of char.
In order to obtain a consistent looking final finish you need to be very precise.
It offers more than two dozen finishes and.
Love of the grain workshop here is a simple diy video of the few steps it takes to create a stunning one of a kind piece of charred wood.
Move the torch evenly over the wood holding it over each area for about five to ten seconds until it goes black and a layer of soot develops.
The japanese invented this technique centuries ago calling it shou sugi ban or yakisugi.
Set the wood plank or woodwork on a flat level inflammable surface such as a concrete driveway or a metal worktop.
Nakamoto forestry is the largest producer and supplier of japanese burnt wood siding shou sugi ban in the us canada.
Unless you re burning wood completely black use a wire.
This can also be done using coals from a fire but this will likely result in a far more inconsistent final finish.
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Be sure to torch in a well ventilated area with no.
Burning cedar or some other wood gives it a charcoal barrier that is rot and fire resistant.
How to make shou sugi ban wood siding.