Description
Our Black Shiplap Charred Timber Cladding is a premium band-sawn product crafted from highly durable spotted gum in the Shou Sugi Ban style. Unlike traditional Yakisugi-style cladding, the charred black timber finish is achieved through a band-sawn texture and pre-coating with a charred black timber stain. This manufacturing process delivers a durable, consistent, versatile, and low-maintenance solution, perfectly suited to both modern and traditional architectural designs.
Spotted gum is the common name for four species of trees that grow along Australia’s east coast, from northeast Victoria to the northern tablelands of Queensland, with some occurrences in southern Queensland’s western areas. These species are valued for their straight, slender trunks, smooth bark (which sheds in patches to give a characteristic “spotted” appearance), and attractive timber.
The timber itself is highly sought after for its back-sawn grain structure, vibrant colour palette, and distinctive markings. Its heartwood ranges from light to dark brown, with occasional reddish hues, while the sapwood is pale to light brown. The natural wavy grain often creates a stunning fiddle-back figure, enhancing its visual appeal. Spotted gum is also notable for its slightly greasy texture, which improves machinability and reduces tannin bleed-through, a common concern with other hardwoods.
Our Black Shiplap Charred Timber Cladding meets fire resistance standards for bushfire-prone areas without requiring additional fire retardant treatment, making it an ideal choice for Australian conditions.
The natural durability of spotted gum, combined with the precision of our band-sawn manufacturing, ensures that our charred timber cladding is a premium choice. Its rugged, rustic finish, inspired by Shou Sugi Ban techniques, enhanced with a charred black timber stain, makes it a versatile and stylish solution for a range of residential and commercial projects.
