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Garden pergola with black wood
How about an exclusive garden pergola with black wood? At Zwarthout | Shou Sugi Ban, we specialise in burnt wood in the traditional Japanese way. Choose from various types of wood for your luxury canopy or submit it as an architect or (construction) company. Contact us or request a sample box.
How long does the wood last?
The service life of the wood depends on the durability class of the wood species and the detailing of the building. Our wood species have a durability class 1, 2 or 3.
Durability class 1: 25 years and more
Durability class 2: 15 to 25 years
Durability class 3: 10 to 15 years
The carbon layer of the burnt wood weathers outdoors in the long run under the influence of wind, rain and hail. The lifespan of the carbon layer depends on the orientation of the facade and the location of the building.
Please contact us for more information.
When used indoors, the wood lasts as long as untreated wood, i.e. many decades. Moreover, this wood is fixed, making it less vulnerable.
Is a lot of gas consumed while charring wood?
During the charring of the top layer, the gases released are collected in the oven. At another point in the process, oxygen is added to these gases, causing them to ignite. This provides the heat needed for charring the wood.
Gas is only added at start-up, after that the wood burns almost entirely on the gases released during the process.
How do I maintain the wood?
Unfixed planks with a carbon layer require low maintenance.
Planks that have been burned and brushed have a stain or oil layer. This wood requires periodic maintenance every three to six years. If you do not maintain Kyushu / Nakatado / Sakaide / Shodoshima / Takamatsu exterior, the stain layer will eventually harden and flake. Below this, the white wood will emerge and ‘age’.
The product specification sheet that you will find on each product page explains exactly if and what maintenance the different products need.
Does the wood give off?
Unfixed wood gives off after charring. For indoor use we always fix the charred wood. The charred layer becomes a bit more matt in appearance and will stain less. For the exterior we often advise not to fix the wood. This ensures that the charred wood retains a beautiful, natural shine and is also more durable than when the wood is fixed.
In the course of time the release of the wood will decrease and for a number of variants this will eventually stop. Most burned types of wood, also for exterior use, can also be fixed if desired. We will be happy to advise you about this.
Exclusive pergola black wood
Anyone who likes to spend time in the garden would do well to go for an exclusive garden canopy made of black wood. It creates a distinctive look. In this way, your unique pergola becomes a stylish extension of your home. Our fire masters provide custom-charred wood to suit your design needs.
Sustainable pergola
At Zwarthout l Shou Sugi Ban, we are committed to sustainability. Each board stores CO2 and thus contributes to the reduction of CO2 in the atmosphere. Naturally, our wood comes from sustainably managed forests. All our products are bio-based and/or biodegradable. The burnt boards are charred by the fire in our furnace. So no chemicals such as paint are added.
Custom made pergola
A black wooden facade for your pergola is custom-made. Transforming an existing one into a Shou Sugi Ban black wooden pearl? Or the space near the house you would like to extend with a special black-charerd facade? From design to choice of wood type and finish, we go for unlimited possibilities for your exclusive wooden canopy.
Compose your black charred wood pergola
Would you like to order a luxury pergola with black charred wood cladding? Add a unique atmosphere to your outdoor space and enjoy a durable and warm place from now on? Choose the advantages and splendour of burnt wood. Order your sample box online or visit our showroom in Lunteren to discover the wood types. Want to know more immediately? Contact us for a quotation or advice.
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Latest reviews
The “Paradox.” Burning wood to protect it.
It sounds contradictory — but it’s brilliant.
At ORGA, we’re big fans of biobased materials that truly prove their worth. Take our collaboration with Zwarthout | Shou Sugi Ban, for example. By charring wood using the centuries-old Shou Sugi Ban technique, a natural protective layer is created — without the need for paint or chemicals.
The result is a façade with character, built to last for generations. In the three recent projects, we’ve seen how it creates a robust, timeless appearance, while simultaneously contributing to refined, high-quality architecture.
Less maintenance, and a building that only becomes more beautiful with age.
That, to us, is what truly future-proof design looks like.
“We recently replaced the potted decked timber on our farmhouse in the Beemster region with Shodoshima semi-gloss from Zwarthout l Shou Sugi Ban. With special planks 25 cm wide, it looks great on a farmhouse. A very beautiful product and great service from Zwarthout l Shou Sugi Ban!”
”We chose Yoroi for several reasons. First of all, we like the Japanese classical technique used for burning the bamboo. Due to the burning technique Shou Sugi Ban, Yoroi has a fire class B and is maintenance-free. Finally, the black charred bamboo is a regrowable material and aesthetically matches our design perfectly.”
”As a gardener, it is an honour to work with such beautiful traditional products.
The delivery times are also great and you get friendly service.”
