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Our attention to detail, our passion for wood and sustainability
are all reflected in each one of our products, which all have their own appearance.

Marugame
Marugame
Yoroi
Yoroi
Shodoshima
Shodoshima
Naoshima
Naoshima
Sakaide
Sakaide
Nakatado
Nakatado
Omiyama
Omiyama
Kyushu
Kyushu
Takamatsu
Takamatsu
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Jan Leppers

From truck driver, aluminium sawyer, to Zwarthout l Shou Sugi Ban charring master. 

Jan is always busy and an early bird. Getting packages of wood ready to burn, keeping track of our sample stock or brushing, staining and packing charred wood. Nothing is too crazy for Jan, he does it all. 

And don’t think he’s sitting on the couch during weekends, because even then he is at work as a handyman. Installing glass at a neighbour’s house, making birdhouses or a flagpole bracket. 

Jan Leppers

Our latest blogs

5 advantages of a timber extension

5 advantages of a timber extension

A wooden extension has several advantages, especially for architects looking for creative and sustainable solutions. Here are 5 key advantages of a wooden extension: 1. A timber extension is sustainable and environmentally friendly Wood is a renewable material and contributes to eco-friendly architecture. Choosing sustainably sourced wood, such as FSC- or PEFC-certified timber, can significantly […]

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High-quality Shou Sugi Ban: how is it made?

High-quality Shou Sugi Ban: how is it made?

The Shou Sugi Ban technique is an ancient Japanese technique of burning wood to create a beautiful charred layer on the surface of the wood. This technique is also known as Yakisugi. Zwarthout | Shou Sugi Ban has developed this ancient technique by combining an old-fashioned craftsmanship with modern technology. This results in high-quality charred […]

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How maintenance-free is Shou Sugi Ban facade cladding?

How maintenance-free is Shou Sugi Ban facade cladding?

Shou Sugi Ban wood is used worldwide as cladding for houses, outbuildings, schools, fire stations, pool houses, service buildings, apartments and other facade applications. One of the most frequently asked questions about this facade cladding is whether it is maintenance-free. In this blog, we take a closer look deeper at the maintenance of Shou Sugi […]

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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.

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Order a sample box
Order a sample box