Exterior House
High design and Far East tradition intersect with the dark, dramatic Japanese siding produced by a process called yakisugi-ita (also referred to as shou-sugi-ban). Translated as “the burning of Japanese cypress (sugi),” yakisugi-ita is gaining popularity outside of Japan, as the process renders wood nearly maintenance free and makes it resistant to fire, rot and pests. Siding created by this method also has an expected life span of more than 80 years, thanks to a protective layer created by carbon released during burning.
Charred or burnt wood flooring is made using the ancient Japanese technique of shou-sugi-ban: treating wood planks with heat on their outward faces. This produces a scorched layer of carbon that is highly resistant to water, fire, mold and insects. Charred Wood Flooring, a collection of flooring manufactured by reSAWN Timber, uses this ancient technique. Once the wood is scorched, this manufacturer then cools, cleans and prefinishes the planks with hardwax oil. No chemicals, preservatives, paints or retardants are needed. Designers and architects are drawn to burnt wood for its elegant appearance and sustainable qualities. By selecting wood, a renewable resource, from sustainable sources and applying this ancient Japanese treatment, manufacturers achieve a high level of resiliency. Ultimately, the longevity of burnt wood leads to less material waste over time. Durability. ReSAWN Timber applies a nontoxic, zero VOC hardwax oil prefinish on its charred flooring for extra protection and resistance to wear. The hardwax oil connects molecularly with the wood fibers, adding strength to the planks. When regularly cleaned and maintained, this flooring will look good for many years. Charr...
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