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Modern black barn house
Do you want a modern black barn house made of charred wood? Then you need to look at the collection of Zwarthout | Shou Sugi Ban. Since 2012, our fire masters have been burning wood using the special Shou Sugi Ban technique. The result? Unique and authentic products with characteristic colour and texture. Curious about the possibilities and our entire collection? Feel free to contact us or order a sample box.
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.
What guarantee do you give on the burnt wood?
We give a guarantee on the quality of the wood upon delivery. The boards are delivered without defects and will be replaced free of charge if technical defects occur in the first two years. This includes, for example, the tearing of wood or the failure of knots. It goes without saying that the planks must be assembled correctly. We will be happy to advise you on this.
There is no guarantee on the carbon layer itself. All layers of carbon are more or less vulnerable. The detailed provisions can be found in our General Terms and Conditions.
Do you have a product with fire class B-s1, d0?
The deeply charred bamboo has a natural appearance and was developed specifically for situations where fire class B-s1, d0 is required. Fire class B reports are available for Yoroi and you can request the Life Cycle Analyses (LCA).
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.
A robust modern black barn house
It is almost impossible to imagine the Dutch residential landscape without modern black barn houses. The rural design combined with modern elements creates a contemporary look. Barn houses also often use natural and sustainable materials. A barn house made of black wood is a unique variation on the classic barn house.
Wood from sustainably managed forests
All our wood comes from sustainably managed forests. New trees are planted for the trees we use. In addition, each plank stores CO2 and thus contributes to the reduction of CO2 in the atmosphere. Our black charred wood is bio-based and/or biodegradable.
Building a barn house made of charred wood
Would you like to realise a modern black barn house made of our charred wood? You can choose from various types of wood. We have put together two sample boxes for you with our special Zwarthout | Shou Sugi Ban products: one for the interior, and one for cladding.
So you can experience for yourself the attention, care and love we put into each piece of wood. And, of course, the beauty and exclusive look of the different textures.
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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.”
