Shou sugi ban for Australian homes ​ Welcome to The Blackwood Project we supply projects in Australia with premium Japanese finishes on...

Black timber houses are in vogue at the moment, says timber craftsman John Webster, but staining the wood can be harsh on the timber...

Traditionally Yakisugi (Shou Sugi Ban )  is  a fence, ceiling or weatherboard  cladding made exclusively from Japanese Cypress (Japanese...

The short answer is it will outlast you and your kids. All the timber species we use meet the New Zealand standards as fit for cladding....

Unsurpassed Charring technology  Yakisugi was devised 500-600 years ago, however the old weatherboard design was a simple square dressed...

The process of Japanese burnt timber cladding starts with careful selection of the right timber species. Not all timbers suit the...

This first image is an example of full char Suyaki the day it goes on the house looking well-defined and precise. With a fresh coat of...

In Japan there is a concept that encapsulates the philosophy of The Blackwood Project and the mind set that all homeowners wanting...

A unique feature of Accoya beams is the Shou Sugi Ban finish, a charred and double-brushed treatment that gives the wood an aged, weathered

When it comes to enhancing the aesthetic and functional appeal of your property, the choice of timber cladding can make a significant...

Slowly, nature's seasonal ebb and flow will start changing the look of a charred timber clad home, starting to reveal more of what lies belo

The cost of maintaining a timber weatherboard home is a big consideration when choosing a premium cladding like timber. I wanted to look...

Black timber houses are in vogue at the moment, says timber craftsman John Webster, but staining the wood can be harsh on the timber itself.

We researched the weather patterns and climates of New Zealand and Japan to see if charred timber cladding will last in New Zealand.

The largest consideration for home-owners who love the look and feel of a timber clad home is the ongoing maintenance with reapplication...

Shou sugi ban charring must be burned deeply for a number of reasons, none more important than the need to heat condition the timber...

Taking a closer look at the traditional band sawn finish and comparing the merits of a charred and double brushed finish.