Over the years, we’ve seen a lot of mixed information circling the web surrounding what yakisugi “shou sugi ban” siding is, how it is used, and even about wood siding in general.…
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Shou Sugi Ban 101 – Nakamoto Forestry
Confused about authentic yakisugi “shou sugi ban”, or charred wood siding in general? Don’t fret. We know it can be confusing and we’re here to help. Interested customers ask us a variety…
The Science Behind Shou Sugi Ban’s Fire Resistance
Over the past ten years, yakisugi “shou sugi ban” has been rapidly gaining popularity in the West. It’s becoming known not only for its beauty, but also for its reputation of being…
Choosing a Wood Grade for Shou Sugi Ban
Catch up on our product selection walkthrough series here! Part 1: Choosing a Shou Sugi Ban Surface for your Project Part 2: How to Select an Oil Prefinish for Shou Sugi Ban…
Choosing a Shou Sugi Ban Surface for Your Project
A popular question we receive is “what are the different species of wood you use for each of your products?” While it’s a good question, especially since our different shou sugi ban…
Choosing the Right Nakamoto Forestry Yakisugi “Shou Sugi Ban” Products
Simple Guidance on Choosing the Right Nakamoto Forestry Product for You Choosing a yakisugi (or shou sugi ban) product can be daunting or easy. Use this brief guide to cover the standard…
3 Commercial Shou Sugi Ban Projects to Inspire Your Next Award-Winning Build
Whether your next shou sugi ban project is building a cabin-resort in the woods of Washington state or a bird sanctuary in Pennsylvania, siding is one of the most important elements in…
Charred Wood Siding Color Change
A lot of Westerners considering traditional yakisugi start with the assumption that because it is burned, it will be black and stay black forever without any re-oiling maintenance. This comes from confusion…
Shou Sugi Ban Siding Maintenance
Wash, Tighten, Re-oil. The main challenge for the North American shou sugi ban market is that it hasn’t been around for very long. Not only have most people never seen charred wood…
DIY: What’s the Best Way to Brush Your Own Shou Sugi Ban?
Setting the Stage Our two main mills in Hiroshima and Tokushima Japan are the largest yakisugi “shou sugi ban” millwork operation in the world, with a proprietary high-volume semi-automated millwork and heat…