Nakamoto Forestry is honored to be featured on the Build Show, where industry leader Steve Baczek takes a closer look at the benefits, installation best practices, and unique design potential of our…
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Japanese Burnt Wood Siding: Top 10 Myths About Yakisugi “Shou Sugi Ban”
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.…
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…
Gendai® Sweeps 2024 Product Innovation Awards
Nakamoto Forestry is proud to announce that our Gendai® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” siding has been honored with three prestigious product innovation awards in 2024, solidifying its position as a groundbreaking architectural…
Real vs. Fake Shou Sugi Ban
Is what you’re looking at real shou sugi ban, with all the durability and beauty of the tradition? Or is it fake shou sugi ban made to look the same in order…
The Original Shou Sugi Ban: 13 Unique Characteristics of Suyaki
The original Japanese shou sugi ban is what we call Suyaki®. The deeply burned and unbrushed exterior siding perfectly epitomizes the wabi-sabi aesthetic. Suyaki is the most easily recognizable and widely known…
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…
Building Materials Comparison: Shou Sugi Ban vs. Other Cladding Options
How Charred Wood Siding Stacks Up Against the Most Popular Construction Materials in the World When designing a home, consideration of building materials is one of the most important tasks of the…