Shou Sugi Ban wood is often used as exterior cladding, but it can also be perfectly applied indoors. Thanks to its unique texture, variations and durability, it can be a beautiful addition to an interior.
At Zwarthout | Shou Sugi Ban, we are happy to explain what you should consider when choosing blackened wood for interior use.
Shou Sugi Ban wood is, first and foremost, instantly recognisable due to its distinctive and unique finish. Indoors, it can be used for applications such as wall cladding, fireplace surrounds or bar fronts. Are you considering using Shou Sugi Ban wood in your interior? In that case, we recommend seeking advice in advance on which wood species are suitable and which product best matches your wishes.
Do you prefer a classic appearance, a flame pattern, or a bold scale-like structure?
Each product has its own unique look and can create a specific atmosphere within the interior.
Shou Sugi Ban has an unparalleled visual appeal, but it offers much more than just aesthetics.
It is also a durable choice with a long lifespan. The charring process gives the wood its natural black colour, a protective layer and a distinctive carbonised surface.
The charred layer of, for example, our burned Accoya wood known as Marugame is distinctive and hard. This makes it a perfect choice for kitchen wall cladding, fireplace surrounds or a TV feature wall.
Do you prefer a flame pattern rather than a scale-like texture? Our brushed variants are highly suitable for indoor use. The flame structure is lively yet resistant to impacts, making it ideal for cladding areas such as a bar, where it may occasionally be knocked by shoes.
To ensure you make the right choice for your interior, we always recommend seeking advice from our specialists.
Shou Sugi Ban wood combines beautifully with other materials and can add striking accents to your interior design. For example, combine it with glass, metal, concrete or stone to create contrast. In this way, Shou Sugi Ban adds something truly unique to the overall look of the interior.
When doing so, consider not only the type of material but also different textures and colours that work well alongside black Shou Sugi Ban wood.
The charring process gives Shou Sugi Ban wood its distinctive texture, which adds depth to interior spaces and creates a visually interesting effect. The charred surface can be relatively smooth or very rough, depending on the type of wood and the intensity of the charring. By playing with these textures, it is possible to create an interior that truly brings the space to life.
Would you like to learn more about the different textures? View our complete Shou Sugi Ban collection.
In addition to texture, Shou Sugi Ban wood also offers subtle colour nuances. Our Sakaide has a brown tone, while the other products are black — yet there are still differences.
Some products are matte black, while others have a silvery or oily sheen. This becomes particularly visible when sunlight falls on the wood.
We recommend experiencing the differences between the Shou Sugi Ban products yourself by requesting a sample box. This allows you to see how the wood’s sheen or matte finish looks in the intended space and what effect it has on the atmosphere.
Shou Sugi Ban offers everything needed to create a truly unique interior, where warmth and a natural accent take centre stage. It is also good to know that Shou Sugi Ban wood is a sustainable and environmentally friendly choice. It has a long lifespan and is resistant to moisture and insects. Moreover, no chemicals or other treatments are used during the charring process, making it a genuinely natural choice with no negative impact on indoor air quality.
Would you like to know more about our Shou Sugi Ban products? Order the Zwarthout | Shou Sugi Ban interior sample box.
Tip: we also offer a sample box for exterior applications.
We have put together two Zwarthout | Shou Sugi Ban sample boxes: one for interior design applications and one for façade cladding.
That way, you can experience the attention, care and love we pour into each piece of wood yourself. And, of course, the beauty and exclusive looks the various textures have to offer.
