Shou sugi ban is an old japanese method of preserving wood by burning it.
Technique of burning siding.
The technique simultaneously makes the wood beautiful mold resistant pest resistant and ironically fire resistant.
One might say that this hip yet traditional method is catching fire.
I don t think the rot has penetrated more than 1 2 into the 1 5 actual thickness.
Can i use this burning technique on the rotted area if a managed to dig at least some of it out.
The process involves charring the wood surface with exposed flame from a propane torch then cooling it cleaning it with a wire brush rinsing and then applying a finish coat.
Shou sugi ban is the term commonly used in the west for yakisugi an ancient japanese technique for preserving wood with fire.
And canada for its decorative appeal.
I don t have the means to get more wood to replace it.
Thanks to its stunning beauty and durability shou sugi ban is making a comeback.