Then lightly torch the wood.
Torched wood siding.
Don t strike it to close to the wood because we don t want it to burn much.
In this instructable you ll see how easy it is to make charred wood siding without using propane.
Always wear safety glasses and fireproof work gloves during the process and.
Charred siding has several distinct advantages.
Charred siding speeds up construction times since the siding does not need to be painted after it is installed.
Set the wood plank or woodwork on a flat level inflammable surface such as a concrete driveway or a metal worktop.
Let the torch do the work and keep the flame moving on all the edges as well as the whole surface.
Charring wood protects it from ultraviolet light insect attack and paradoxically the resulting wood is also more fire resistant.
Charred siding can be cheaper upfront than traditional painted siding once you factor in the costs of paint and painting.
Make sure that the wood that you are going to use is already smooth.
Just point it about 4 to 5 inches above the surface.