Shou Sugi Ban for Australian Homes

Welcome to The Blackwood Project, your source for premium Japanese-inspired finishes on high-quality, thermally modified timber weatherboards for Australian projects. Our finishes showcase the natural beauty of timber while enhancing its durability.

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Our three main finishes include:

- **Suyaki** (Traditional full char)
- **Gendai** (Charred and smooth-brushed)
- **Pika Pika** (Charred and double-brushed with a coarse texture)

These finishes bring out the unique beauty of each timber and are ideal for Australian construction projects.

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Shou Sugi Ban Expertise

As specialists in Shou Sugi Ban—the traditional Japanese technique of fire-conditioning wood—we’re the only provider offering weather channel protection, supported by a weather-tightness guarantee.

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Selecting the Right Timber for Australian Conditions

One of the best timber options for this process is thermally modified New Zealand pine. This high-grade, knot-free timber offers durability, stability, and an eco-friendly choice, being both renewable and plentiful in New Zealand.

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Custom Finishes and Commercial-Scale Production

We offer a variety of finishes tailored for Australian customers and are equipped for commercial-scale production, ensuring faster turnaround times and top-quality results. Our products are crafted in Waikato, New Zealand, and shipped to Australia.

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Lead Times for Charred Timber Cladding

Each order is custom-processed, with an estimated delivery of 12 weeks to Sydney for Shou Sugi Ban timber.

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