Burnt wood cladding
An overview of projects, products and exclusive articles about burnt wood cladding
Product • By Zwarthout l Shou Sugi Ban • Kyushu
Kyushu
Robust scales, versatile and contemporary
Kyushu has a robust pattern with large scales. After the wood has been carefully charred by our fire masters Kyushu is brushed and treated afterwards. This makes the robust scales clearly visible.Kyushu is made from Pinus Radiata, a fast-growing pine species from FSC® certified forests in New Zealand. The wood is thermally modified by heating it up to 230° Celsius. Because of this process, the wood type has a durability class 1 (EN350) certification. Kyushu has a lifespan of at least 30 years.
Kyushu is a natural product. This means that individual planks may differ from one another. More
Project • By Bionique • Private Houses
Off-grid house Lutra Lutra
Since the clients’ property is situated on the slopes of Crni Vrh Mountain, in the untouched nature of the Homolje Mountains, this house represents a true sanctuary of peace, quiet, and tranquility. For clients living in the capital, it was particularly important that the house be surrounded by dense, expansive forests, offering an escape from the urban hustle and fast pace of modern life—a perfect retreat to relax and reconnect with nature.
The location is completely off-grid, with no possibility of connecting to electricity, water, or sewage. The lower section of the western part of the property falls into the third and second zones of protection of the newly established Kučaj-Beljanica National Park, while the area where the... More
Project • By LDCwood • Fire stations
Fire station Lauwe
The fire station at Bramier site in Lauwe serves as the new base for the fire brigades of Lauwe and Marke, seamlessly integrating with the neighboring natural reserve.
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The Fluvia emergency zone wishes to erect a new fire station for the Lauwe and Marke fire brigades on the Bramier business park. The site assigned for the new fire station is located at the end of the business park and borders the adjacent nature reserve.
Klaas Verdu
The combination of the black facade panels, the charred LDCwood® ThermoWood® fraké and the large glass sections give the building a unique appearance.
On the southern side, the facade completely borders the nature reserve. It was an explicit request to design this facade as a g... More
Product • By DARKSIDEWOOD • Charred wood cladding
Charred wood cladding
Product variations:
- Charred wood cladding - authentic Yakisugi technique. Natural wood surface protection and remarkable look.
- charred brushed wood cladding - modern variation of Yakisugi. Silky smooth brushed surface of various color shades.
Wood species: larch, spruce, Accoya and thermo ash. Rectangular, rhombus and shiplap profiles. Non-standard profiles, dimensions and wood species are available on a special request. More
Product • By Zwarthout l Shou Sugi Ban • Yoroi
Yoroi
Yoroi | Fire-safe charred bamboo for uncompromising façade architecture
B-s1,d0 fire performance. No chemical fire retardants. A bio-based material with a powerful architectural identity.
As architecture moves towards a lower-carbon future, façade materials are expected to do more. They must meet demanding fire-safety requirements, reduce embodied carbon, perform reliably for decades and contribute to the architectural identity of a building.
Yoroi brings these demands together in one distinctive façade material.
Developed by Zwarthout | Shou Sugi Ban, Yoroi is a deeply charred façade cladding made from FSC®-certified MOSO® Bamboo X-treme®. Its intense black, tactile surface gives buil... More
Product • By Zwarthout l Shou Sugi Ban • Shodoshima
Shodoshima
For Shodoshima, the wood is cut parallel to the annual rings (Dosse). This gives Shodoshima a beautiful flame pattern. The planks are charred in our own oven. The wood is then brushed and treated again. The robust and lively grain structure is clearly visible and gleams beautifully in the sun. Shodoshima is resistant to all weather conditions and does not stain.
After charring and brushing, Shodoshima is treated with our Bito Black. Bito Black provides good protection against water, dirt, mould and other deposits. We recommend repeating this treatment every 3 to 5 years.
Shodoshima is made of Douglas fir from sustainably managed European forests. The durability of Douglas wood is Class 3 and is therefore very suitable for use as wall clad... More
Product • By Zwarthout l Shou Sugi Ban • Sakaide
Sakaide
Sakaide is made of Douglas fir from sustainably managed European forests. Characteristic of Douglas wood is the scent and the presence of knots. These knots may be visible in the flame pattern.
The contrast between the dark and light parts of the wood gives Sakaide a beautiful, rustic look. The planks are cut flat (with the growth rings) and charred in our oven. They are then carefully brushed, thereby creating a characteristic relief of the flame pattern. Sakaide exudes a timeless, but warm atmosphere as a façade, but also on walls, tables and other interior applications.
After charring and brushing, Sakaide is treated with our Bito Clear or Bito Orange.Bito Clear is a transparent oil for interior applications. The oil hardens und... More
Product • By Zwarthout l Shou Sugi Ban • Takamatsu
Takamatsu
Takamatsu wood is cut at right angles to the growth rings (quarters/false quarters). This cutting method gives Takamatsu a special but fine, linear structure and a classic, calm feel. The planks are charred in our own oven after which the wood is brushed and treated again. Takamatsu is resistant to all weather conditions and does not stain.
After charring and brushing, Takamatsu is treated with our Bito Black. Bito Black provides good protection against water, dirt, mould and other deposits. We recommend repeating this treatment every 3 to 5 years.
Takamatsu is made of Douglas fir from sustainably managed European forests. The durability of Douglas wood is Class 3 and is therefore very suitable for use as wall cladding. Characteristic of... More
Product • By Zwarthout l Shou Sugi Ban • Nakatado
Nakatado
Nakatado is charred by our fire masters and then brushed and treated with Bito Black. This brings out the lively grain structure which has a height difference of about 1-2 mm between the higher and lower parts. Nakatado is resistant to all weather conditions and does not stain. The flat flame pattern adds a touch of serenity and gives the room a contemporary feel. The versatility of the wood makes Nakatado a great alternative for applications that require a highly durable wood type.
After charring and brushing, Nakatado is treated with our Bito Black which provides good protection against water, dirt, mould and other deposits. We recommend repeating this treatment every 3 to 5 years. We can also provide a silk gloss and/or scratchproof coa... More
Product • By Zwarthout l Shou Sugi Ban • Naoshima
Naoshima
Naoshima is our version of Shou Sugi Ban and the primary product we are proud of at Zwarthout. Naoshima has an irregular but characteristic pattern, which gleams beautifully in the sun. The brittle, black carbon layer ages over the years acquiring a beautiful patina (weathering), which fits the Japanese philosophy of life of Wabi Sabi. The philosophy of Wabi Sabi embraces the serene beauty of transience and imperfection. Noashima is particularly suitable for exterior applications. The carbon stains somewhat, but it does not wash out when it rains.
The brittle coal layer requires a specific detailing of the building to reduce the influence of wind and weather. We recommend that this type not be used above a height of 6 metres above ground l... More
Product • By Zwarthout l Shou Sugi Ban • Omiyama
Omiyama
Omiyama’s hard carbon layer gives a brilliant bronze glow in the sun. The deep-charred carbon layer has a robust appearance with an irregular structure and can withstand harsh weather conditions. This makes Omiyama very suitable as durable facade cladding.
In addition to the carbon-only version, we can also supply Omiyama that has undergone a Bito White treatment. This is a water-based ecological resin and will tone down the outer surface, make it slightly more matt and prevent the carbon from staining. This makes the treated version of the product extremely suitable for interior applications.
Omiyama is made of Fraké wood. A sustainable product of Fraké wood, which has undergone hydrothermal modification (in bri... More
Product • By Zwarthout l Shou Sugi Ban • Marugame
Marugame
This beautiful, charred wood has a characteristic and equally divided pattern. The silvery glow of the charred layer has a different look depending on the angle of the sunlight. The hard charred layer makes Marugame ideal as a sustainable cladding for roofs and facades. Marugame is also very suitable as an attractive eye- catcher in a special interior.
The wood used for Marugame is Accoya® of the Pinus Radiata tree, a fast-growing pine species. The wood is modified through a non-toxic acetylation process. Accoya® is labelled with durability class 1 and other quality certifications (i.a. KOMO, RAL, BBA, WDMA), and a cradle-to- cradle gold certification. The wood has a lifespan of at least 50 years above ground, and 25 years... More
News • News • 3 Feb 2021
Austrian home showcases contemporary wood detailing
In the mountains of Blons, Austria, this small house four a family of four references traditional building typologies of the Walseral-Valley. The design comes from Innauer Matt Architekten who are known for their work in Alpine regions.
David Schreyer
In response to the steeply sloping site, the building has small foundations, thereby limiting the use of concrete. The minimal footprint leads to a design that organizes the house over three storeys.
David Schreyer
Private/sleeping spaces are located on the lower floor and under the roof. The living space where the family meets is located on the middle floor. An enclosed balcony zone is placed in front of the volume and expands the living space to the outside.
David... More
Product • By Nakamoto Forestry • Pika-Pika® Polyurethane Clear
Pika-Pika® Polyurethane Clear
Yakisugi “shou sugi ban” siding and paneling. Wire-brushed and textured surface. Most of the soot is removed, revealing a striped pattern. A clear polyurethane is applied prior to shipping. Suitable for interior applications only. Delivered ready to install.
Finish Details - Polyurethane Clear:
The non-toxic interior polyurethane coating is clean and hard and protects the wood from dirt and abrasion. It can easily be wiped clean with a moist cloth or touched up with most water-based polyurethanes. It is not suitable for exterior applications or where the siding is consistently exposed to moisture.
Our Pika-Pika® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products are first burned deeply black. Two rounds of wire brushing remove all loose earlywood... More
News • News • 12 Dec 2020
Ca’Inua: Italian home in stone and wood draws from its mountain roots
Situated in the mountainous Italian landscape of Marzabotto, this new construction called Ca’Inua expresses an intense relationship with its natural surroundings. The house, designed by Ciclostile Architettura, comes from the demolition and reconstruction of a former farmhouse and is developed over two levels. The ground floor is partially embedded into the earth, bringing sightlines closer to the ground and strengthening the link between building and land.
Fabio Mantovani
Built on the footprint of a former farmhouse, stones from the farmhouse demolition were recovered and used for the new ground-level stone floor. A new build portion, with a structure of X-LAM panels, gracefully inserts itself over the main the first floor.... More