Charred Wood Siding Ontario

Genuine wood siding eastern white cedar shingles.

Charred wood siding ontario.

The burning process creates a layer of carbon resulting in elegant finishes that protect the wood from the elements. Maibec genuine wood siding like no other. Our exterior charred siding products deliver superior performance and distinctive beauty. 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.

Charred western red cedar features shou sugi ban charred wood in a range of neutral tones from creamy white to dark grey. We ship to anywhere in canada and the united states. The art of charring wood started in japan centuries ago. Western red cedar is a renewable resource and we offer fsc certified sustainable options and it doesn t contain any nasty chemicals that are.

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. Charred wood siding and fencing aka. Virtually all the moisture is removed during this process which can change the crystalline structure of cellulose. About kindl the expression of beauty in charred wood.

At blackwood we char wood lovingly by hand in the japanese tradition of shou sugi ban or yakisugi. The best of innovation. There is a related wood treatment called torrefied wood or thermo modified wood where milled planks are baked in a high temperature oven. All of our exterior products are designed to preserve the tradition of shou sugi ban while meeting the high demands of modern architecture.

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. Reflects your preference for authenticity and for quality durable materials in harmony with nature regardless of architectural style. From cleaning the wood to firing it the process is natural and time tested. All cedar products are appropriate for exterior siding and interior wall ceiling cladding.

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. Charwood is a japanese style of charred wood called shou sugi ban a process of finishing siding that dates back hundreds of years. Shou sugi ban siding and torrefied wood. 6 10ft lengths.

Located in the the addington highlands of ontario canada we work with our clients to create custom charred siding for exterior and interior walls and ceilings.