general | April 05, 2026

The Art of Japanese Wood Burning (DIY)

Introduction

Follow the steps below and watch the video tutorial to master this technique yourself!

What is shou sugi ban?

Shou sugi ban is an ancient Japanese technique for waterproofing and preserving wood. It involves charring the cedar wood surface until it turns black. While shou sugi ban originated for the purpose of weatherproofing wood, it has recently become popular as a rustic, textural design element inside the home.

Watch this video to learn how you can create a stunning shou sugi ban accent wall in your home: