The Blackwood Project

THE BLACKWOOD PROJECT Shou Sugi Ban & Charred Timber Specialists ​ The Blackwood Project specialises in Shou Sugi Ban and charred timber cladding, manufactured in New Zealand for residential and commercial architecture. ​Also known as Yakisugi, Shou Sugi Ban is the traditional Japanese technique of charring timber to create distinctive texture, character and long-term durability. We apply this process to carefully selected timbers including Accoya, TMT Pine, selected hardwoods and Sugi, producing charred weatherboards, cladding and architectural timber finishes for projects throughout New Zealand. Accoya® Approved Manufacturer Approved to produce charred Accoya architectural timber finishes. Shou Sugi Ban Specialists Since 2018 Years of experience producing charred timber for Architectural residential and commercial projects throughout New Zealand. Precision Infrared Charring, NO uncontrolled blow torch charring. Purpose-built technology provides controlled, consistent charring while protecting critical weatherboard profile details. We never Char the Lap which is your weather seal, we only colour match this part of profile. We’ve taken the Shou Sugi Ban technique and modernised it with precise infrared light technology, which can protect key elements of the modern weatherboard profile from charring. The end result is unparalleled beauty, texture, character, and resilience, ideal for residential and commercial building projects. With a daily production capacity of 3000lm, we ensure a consistent quality and readily available supply of meticulously charred wood to meet the demands of your project, no matter the scale.