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Product • By Nakamoto ForestryPika-Pika® Linseed White

Pika-Pika® Linseed White

Our Pika-Pika® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products receive a double brushing to remove all loose soot. This reveals a textured wood surface with striped grain patterns. We then apply a natural linseed oil prefinish prior to shipment. This combination is only suitable for exterior installations. Application: Exterior   FINISH DETAILSLinseed Oil White Our semi-transparent linseed oil stains are designed to balance raw, natural beauty with color longevity. These finishes absorb into the wood, to condition and enhance the grain. Linseed oil coatings are an excellent choice for owners who want to enjoy the inherent beauty of wood as it weathers. Organic fading and patina develop over time. The siding can either be left to... More

Product • By Nakamoto ForestryPika-Pika® Linseed Light Gray

Pika-Pika® Linseed Light Gray

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.  Nakamoto Forestry Finish Details - Linseed Light Gray Our semi-transparent linseed oil stains are designed to balance raw, natural beauty with color longevity. These finishes absorb into the wood, to condition and enhance the grain. Linseed oil coatings are an excellent choice for owners who want to enjoy the inherent beauty of wood as it weathers. Organic fading and patina develop over time. The siding can either be left to weather, or it can be recoated with oil to freshen up the color,... More

Product • By Nakamoto ForestryGendai® Unoiled

Gendai® Unoiled

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.  Caption   Finish Detail - Unoiled Yakisugi heat treatment makes a finish coating unnecessary. Unoiled s... More

Product • By Nakamoto ForestryPika-Pika® Linseed Dark Gray

Pika-Pika® Linseed Dark Gray

Our Pika-Pika® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products receive a double brushing to remove all loose soot. This reveals a textured wood surface with striped grain patterns. We then apply a natural linseed oil prefinish prior to shipment. This combination is only suitable for exterior installations. Application: Interior/Exterior   FINISH DETAILSLinseed Oil Dark GrayOur semi-transparent linseed oil stains are designed to balance raw, natural beauty with color longevity. These finishes absorb into the wood, to condition and enhance the grain. Linseed oil coatings are an excellent choice for owners who want to enjoy the inherent beauty of wood as it weathers. Organic fading and patina develop over time. The siding can either b... More