Shou sugi ban diy

Learn the ancient method of shou sugi ban, the Japanese wood burning method to naturally create a weatherproof wood. Create a rich brown - almost black - shimmering wood finish using only a small blow torch. Easy beginner woodworking project.

Learn how to get a charred wood finish without a torch! Instantly create a Shou Sugi Ban look with a paintbrush. It's easy to do. No special tools required.

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Charred wood never looked so good.

How to darken wood using the Shou Sugi Ban wood burning technique. Charring the surface of wood makes it more resistant to water, insects and UV rays.

Beginner's guide to shou sugi ban techniques, with video tutorials and information on tools required!

Brushing shou sugi ban has been done in Japan for hundreds of years. Nakamoto's team tried the traditional way to see what it's like.

Guide to the lifespan of shou sugi ban, average estimated lifespan, factors that impact shou sugi ban aging, & how to improve its lifespan.

Wood Burning Techniques & Reclaimed Wood Projects - Burned Wood Finish for Colorful Wood Grain. The process involves charring the wood surface with exposed flame from a propane torch, then cooling it, cleaning it with a wire brush, rinsing, and then applying a finish coat. A wide range of finish appearances can be created with Shou Sugi Ban.

How to Paint Shou Sugi Ban: A few months ago, I made this wall hanging and the feedback was amazing. It is one of my most popular projects and everyone wanted to know what I used to add the colours. In this post, I will share how I coloured the Shou sugi ban and what produc…