Yakisugi, known as “shou sugi ban” in the west, is quickly becoming known worldwide as a great option for exterior wood siding. It’s inexpensive. It’s durable. It’s beautiful. It’s wholesome. But how…
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Wood Longevity Vs. Color Longevity With Shou Sugi Ban
This is a long and technical one because this subject is important, complex, nuanced and fun. Owners Want Low Maintenance and Beauty Architects and owners come to us with an almost universal…
Shou Sugi Ban Durability: How Long Does Yakisugi Last?
Often people ask us if yakisugi (shou sugi ban) really will last 80 years without maintenance. When asked where they got that number they always have read it on the internet in…