The technique of burning the surface of the wood improves performance in inclement weather, prevents decay, rotting, and insect infestation, and makes the wood more resistant to fire ...

Shou Sugi Ban (which translates as “the burning of Japanese cypress”) is a traditional Japanese technique of charring wood to make it more rot and insect resistant.

Wood Season. The Art of Turning Burnt Wood into Stunning Vases. Posted: January 23, 2025 | Last updated: March 7, 2025. Witness the fascinating technique of transforming burnt food and treated wet ...

A website devoted to the Shou Sugi Ban technique shows a fireplace surround built in burned wood. "Traditionally, Sugi, or Japanese Cyprus, was used.

Discover the art of transforming burnt wood into a stunning handcrafted piece using expert lathe techniques. Through precision carving and meticulous shaping, the charred surface is refined into a ...

The technique of burning the wood protects the wood for around 80 years (Max Marshall)Although, it’s not as simple as just burning a piece of wood. “It can go wrong very quickly; ...