Nevertheless this comes with an added benefit namely removing any char that might otherwise flake off in the first couple of rainstorms.
Gator look charred siding.
In many cases using our charred wood instead of painted stained wood siding or another.
The unique aesthetic character and durability of charred wood siding are all excellent reasons to choose it as a material for your project but when you really look at the economics of it you will find that it is actually extremely affordable as well.
Gator is the most heavily charred of our burned finishes.
Oiling charred cedar siding 0.
It s the most reminiscent of the japanese shou sugi ban.
However all charred timber is not created equal.
Surface charred wood an ancient japanese technique known as shou sugi ban has become an international sensation with recent articles in the new york times taking things to a fever pitch.
The product can be used for contemporary modern or mountain traditional designs.
The burning process creates a layer of carbon resulting in elegant finishes that protect the wood from the elements.
There are a variety of styles available within the charwood line to meet your range of design.
Montana timber products has mastered our own proprietary finishing process to ensure the highest quality and character.
For our siding we re using an old japanese technique for preserving wood called shou sugi ban a k a.
Shou sugi ban serves as an eco friendly fungicide and pesticide for wooden siding decking fencing and patio furniture.
Although the charred wood wasn t in any immediate danger and i enjoyed this aged look my wife said she preferred the original more opaque black look of the siding.
You can leave the charred wood bare for a rough hewn look or apply a.
Using the product on the exterior or the interior brings a unique look to any design.
It will weather very well over time.
Charwood is a japanese style of charred wood called shou sugi ban a process of finishing siding that dates back hundreds of years.
All of our exterior products are designed to preserve the tradition of shou sugi ban while meeting the high demands of modern architecture.
The siding has a thick layer of char on the surface of the board which serves as a natural barrier to the sun.
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 with tung oil.
Some of the texture in the gator look is lost due to the wiping.
And to be honest since many of these exposed areas were turning gray i worried about how well any product we might try in the future would soak in and adhere so i decided to.
