Fire resistant

Defined by a straight, exceptionally clear grain with little to no knots, Clear Vertical Grain Sugi offers a calm, uniform surface with no visual distraction. Through carefully managed forestry refined over generations, Nakamoto Forestry's CVG offers an ethical alternative to the old-growth cedar historically used in high-end construction. Large-diameter logs are quartersawn to produce true vertical grain-a process that prioritizes clarity over yield requiring the highest grade material.   CVG Sugi is available in nickel gap shiplap profiles for exterior siding and interior paneling.   Finish details - Unoiled: Sugi is often left unoiled in clean interior applications, or in exterior applications where a patina is desired. It can als... More

Yakisugi “shou sugi ban” siding and paneling. Wire-brushed surface with most soot removed, revealing a defined grain texture. Three coats of a warranted acrylic coating is applied prior to shipment. Suitable for exterior and interior applications. Delivered ready to install.    Finish Detail - Acrylic Black: Acrylic latex coatings offer the best color durability on the market by being high adhesion, high build and solid color. This finish is designed to withstand challenging exterior environments, has been tested in the field for over 60 years and carries a limited manufacturer warranty of 25 years.   Our Pika-Pika® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products are first burned deeply black. Two rounds of... More

Yakisugi “shou sugi ban” siding and paneling. Wire-brushed and textured surface. Most of the soot is removed, revealing a striped pattern. Suitable for exterior and interior applications. We recommend applying a finish before installation to prevent sooty fingerprints.    Finish Detail - Unoiled: Unoiled Pika-Pika is designed to be stained or coated by the customer before installation. This is a great option for contractors wanting to apply their preferred finish formula, or designers wanting a custom color or tone. Please be very careful to avoid sooty fingerprints when handling this product without a coating. Our Pika-Pika® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products are first burned deeply black. Two rounds of wire brushing remove all loos... More

The original yakisugi “shou sugi ban” siding. Charred, unbrushed, and unoiled Suyaki is the visual and cultural benchmark standard for the entire yakisugi product category. Certified ASTM E84 Class A Flame Spread. This product is very delicate and not suitable for high-traffic applications. It will blemish, is difficult to handle, and is not for the faint of heart. This is a great option for owners who appreciate the organic, natural beauty of wood and want to savor it as a living, evolving finish. Delivered ready to install.   Finish Detail - Unoiled: The species, millwork, and heat treatment process make yakisugi "shou sugi ban" naturally resistant to pests, moisture, and fire. Coatings and stains are technically unnec... More

Plywood panels with a range of flame retardant treatments and specs. Fire rated (FR) plywood and timber is material that has been treated to slow the spread of fire propagation and prevent ignition. The spread of flame is measured against a known standard of EN 13501-1. In order to meet Euroclass B or Euroclass C specifications, timber or plywood is tested to EN ISO 11925 (ignitability test) and BS EN 13823: 2002 (SBI or Single Burning Item Test). The SBI test records parameters relating to the rate of fire growth, lateral flame spread and total heat release. Specialised Panel Products Ltd. is an approved supplier to Transport for London (Product Register 2061). The products provided meet all of their required standards (Product Registrat... More

  High-grade Japanese Sugi siding. Straight logs, flat sawn, graded for color and grain, then sanded. Suitable for exterior applications only. Substitute on projects where North American cedar or cypress are specified. A weathering stain is applied prior to shipment. Our weathering stain is designed to mimic the look of moisture-aged, silver wood. The initial silver pigment in the stain will wash off of the walls within the first several seasons, leaving them to turn a beautiful and unique brown to silver range. The color will continue to change and patina over time. Delivered ready to install.   Finish Details - Weathering Stain Silver: Our silver weathering stain is based on the Cape Cod gray aesthetic and is for exterior applicatio... More

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

Yakisugi “shou sugi ban” siding and paneling. Wire-brushed and textured surface. Most of the soot is removed, revealing a striped pattern. A natural linseed oil is applied prior to shipping. Suitable for exterior applications only. Delivered ready to install.   Finish Details - Linseed White: The semi-transparent linseed oil stain is designed to balance raw, natural beauty with color longevity. It absorbs into the wood, conditioning and enhancing the grain. The linseed finish is an excellent choice for owners who want to enjoy the inherent beauty of the wood as it weathers. The siding can be left to patina or re-oiled at any time to freshen up the color.   Our Pika-Pika® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” pr... More

Yakisugi “shou sugi ban” siding and paneling. Wire-brushed and textured surface. Most of the soot is removed, revealing a striped pattern. A natural linseed oil is applied prior to shipping. Suitable for exterior applications only. Delivered ready to install.    Finish Details - Linseed Light Gray: The semi-transparent linseed oil stain is designed to balance raw, natural beauty with color longevity. It absorbs into the wood, conditioning and enhancing the grain. The linseed finish is an excellent choice for owners who want to enjoy the inherent beauty of the wood as it weathers. The siding can be left to patina or re-oiled at any time to freshen up the color.   Our Pika-Pika® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products are first burned deep... More

Yakisugi “shou sugi ban” siding and paneling. Wire-brushed and textured surface. Most of the soot is removed, revealing a striped pattern. A natural linseed oil is applied prior to shipping. Suitable for exterior applications only. Delivered ready to install.    Finish Details: Linseed Amber: The semi-transparent linseed oil stain is designed to balance raw, natural beauty with color longevity. It absorbs into the wood, conditioning and enhancing the grain. The linseed finish is an excellent choice for owners who want to enjoy the inherent beauty of the wood as it weathers. The siding can be left to patina or re-oiled at any time to freshen up the color.   Our Pika-Pika® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products are first burned deeply bla... More

Yakisugi “shou sugi ban” siding and paneling. Wire-brushed and textured surface. Most of the soot is removed, revealing a striped pattern. A natural linseed oil is applied prior to shipping. Suitable for exterior applications only. Delivered ready to install.  Finish Details - Linseed Natural: The semi-transparent linseed oil stain is designed to balance raw, natural beauty with color longevity. It absorbs into the wood, conditioning and enhancing the grain. The linseed finish is an excellent choice for owners who want to enjoy the inherent beauty of the wood as it weathers. The siding can be left to patina or re-oiled at any time to freshen up the color. Our Pika-Pika® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products are first burned deeply black.... More

  Yakisugi “shou sugi ban” siding and paneling. Wire-brushed and textured surface. Most of the soot is removed, revealing a striped pattern. A natural linseed oil is applied prior to shipping. Suitable for exterior applications only. Delivered ready to install.    Finish Details Linseed Brown: The semi-transparent linseed oil stain is designed to balance raw, natural beauty with color longevity. It absorbs into the wood, conditioning and enhancing the grain. The linseed finish is an excellent choice for owners who want to enjoy the inherent beauty of the wood as it weathers. The siding can be left to patina or re-oiled at any time to freshen up the color. Our Pika-Pika® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products are first burned deeply blac... More

  Yakisugi “shou sugi ban” siding and paneling. The top layer of soot has been gently brushed off, leaving a smooth, consistent, and dark surface. Uncoated Gendai is a quintessential Japanese wabi-sabi siding material that quickly develops a rich patina from exposure. It is naturally weather- and fire-resistant due to being heat-treated. This is a great option for owners who appreciate the organic, natural beauty of wood and want to savor it as a living, changing finish. Can be coated with an oil finish at installation or any time in future. Available burned both faces (S4S) for fencing or louver applications. Delivered ready to install.      Finish Detail - Unoiled: The species, millwork and heat treatment process make yakisugi "s... More

  Yakisugi “shou sugi ban” siding and paneling. Wire-brushed and textured surface. Most of the soot is removed, revealing a striped pattern. A natural linseed oil is applied prior to shipping. Suitable for exterior applications only. Delivered ready to install.    Finish Details: Linseed Dark Gray:The semi-transparent linseed oil stain is designed to balance raw, natural beauty with color longevity. It absorbs into the wood, conditioning and enhancing the grain. The linseed finish is an excellent choice for owners who want to enjoy the inherent beauty of the wood as it weathers. The siding can be left to patina or re-oiled at any time to freshen up the color.   Our Pika-Pika® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products are first burned deepl... More