Thank you so much for the terrific video. I am a teacher in Melbourne. My students and I were all impressed with your presentation. Not too many people reveal all their secrets. You were not selfish and showed a lot of your expertise. We will watch all your videos now.
This channel is so under appreciated. You’re very thorough and thoughtful. Thank you for all your effort! I have been looking for months for this level of detail on these methods.
Sincere gratitude from a neighbor in Elk Grove. I have a an awesome 6 foot piece from the Depot that cost less than 3 bucks burned and "brushed" (wire brush and a pot scrubber with a handle swiped from the kitchen) and am looking forward to tomorrow and getting some color going. I did a couple of test pieces last week with acrylic paint as the pigment in a "whitewash" and after a bit of a learning-curve, think they look pretty cool. Again, thanks. I've been on an art-binge of sorts the past few months and your Shou Sugi Ban technique is satisfying as can be, and fits my current budget just fine, since the garage has plenty of cans of liquids to experiment with.
I’m a multi level crafter/artist, I do everything from stained glass to metal work. Thank you so much for these videos! I can not wait to give this a craft a try. Going to put my own artistic spin on it. This is going to be so much fun!
So I watched four videos this morning. This afternoon I sanded, burnt, bought a nylon flap wheel thingymajig, gouged away at my piece of wood and WOW. so much fun, so easy, SO EFFECTIVE. Thank You so much for sharing and educating. Wine tonight then stain tomorrow. Happy Days. Keep it up and bring on the table you mentioned please. Thank You again from the other side of the pond. Tonight I will Go To Bed A Little Less Ignorant
Love your videos!! I love the fact that you have full-blown OCD and you are one with your craft. I’m making a stacked wood slat mosaic wall from reclaimed wood following the demolition of 100-year-old house. The grain pattern is unbelievable!! Your lessons are invaluable for my project!
hands-down best advice on selecting the best wood burning process depending on the project. I personally agree with him on the deeper burn to provide the 3D appearance and more rich textures. Excellent Work makes me feel like Cash Money!!!
You are an artist and a great instructor. One thing I would tip to anybody new to staining though, is don't shake the can if the material is thin, particularly if you're not wanting to wipe it off. Use something thin and flat, like a paint stir stick, and gently scrape the bottom, mixing slowly and you'll avoid those tiny bubbles that flaw the finish. Thanks for the lesson!
Yeah great tip! One thing with this style is that it's super forgiving and if you are using the stain a lot, the pigment doesn't have a chance to really settle too much. Normally I would say that's a pretty good rule of thumb though. Thanks!
I’ve watched your videos and been making my own computer desk using the shou sugi ban technique and with the help of your videos. First of, thank you for influencing and helping me to do my first project. Thanks to you I know almost have a beautifully finished desk. I have started and found my own ways of doing charring the lumber, scrubbing it and staining it. I found that by charring the wood, deeply scrubbing it and the staining it around 5 or 6 times. I myself like the tool marks and have used allot of a more harsher brush and has given it more texture that is already has. Then I stained it with a deep purple stain. There is still a lot that I have to experiment my self with other techniques, tools and paints. But I feel very happy with the results I got and plan to do more projects like this. Thank you.
Man what a GREAT comment! I’m so glad you found useful information in what I put out there, but I’m really glad it inspired you to try NEW things and mix it up! Super awesome and congrats on your new desk!
I've been stripping a guitar body of paint for the past week and finally got it all cleaned up. These videos definitely convinced me to use your methods to give it a nice lustrous burnt look. Thank you!
A burnt guitar neck is extremely stable, and I love burning and just sanding it (finer and finer grain sand paper). Playing such a pitch black neck feels great. Far better than a clear coat that feels like plastic. However, the risk is a bent neck (and the truss rod can't correct it anymore, oops) or even a twisted neck. And it is wise to remove the fretboard, for you do not want to burn that fretboard. When you leave the fretboard in place, you need to be careful not to destroy the glue between neck and fretboard. In short, things are complicated. Burning a perfect neck is quite a risk, but I tell you, when you are careful (and a bit lucky) the result can be fantastic.
Great video sir! I just got done building a shou sugi ban table and it turned out amazing! I rewatched your videos multiple times to get the results I wanted! Thanks so much for sharing!
Really liking all this series of videos, I'm really tempted to get a torch and start burning! Thanks a million for your willingness to share info and inspire others.
Been doing this for roughly 15 years but I always used steel wool instead of flap wheels. Its beautiful with Minwax Early American stain and gloss polycrylic. Never knew or thought about colors like red, blue , ect. You gave me a new project. Thank you
On a fully charred piece, can you use multiple coats of the clear top coat to the point you can sand it and buff it smooth, without actually touching the char?
Really digging your channel and the Shou Sugi Ban series so far. The in-depth breakdown on all the variables possible was sorely needed on YT. In a geeky way I prefer that over not having the info and loads of questions after. Even by proxy the Bay Area needs more woodworkers, keep it up and thanks!
I really appreciate that! I feel like it's a gamble: trying to go over everything, but not have people drop like flies two minutes in, which is an inherent trait of video. Thanks for the support!
Thank you for showing the examples and techniques! It saves a lot of "r&d" on our end and steers people in a direction they might want to go. Well done!
Another Great vid ! Thanks. Wanted to share a Tip given to me Decades ago, regarding “cans” of stain/paint. The channel that the lid rests in when closed can get goopy, full of ‘pour back’. A way to reduce that channel getting filled with gunk, which can cause lid to seal less, is to tap a nail around that channel and make ‘drain holes’. I generally use a full sized nail, tap holes around in basically a (clock) pattern/spacing. So, after pouring or drawing brush/rag out of can, when it sits back on flat surface, let the residual from the pour drain back in to can via the punched holes, THEN put lid back on. Hope that makes sense to your Viewers.
Thank you for the informative videos on this burning technique. I have used this burning of pinewood for more than 20 years, using many of the methods you use. Usually finished the article in dark stain or paint, using the 3D texture rather than the contrast. One of the finishes that was very popular with customers was a “crackle lacquer” finish. Once the char is removed and the grain is revealed, the article is sprayed with a duco type undercoat of a dark colour of blue or green. Once dry, this is shot with an ivory crackle lacquer, when drying would crack in a random pattern revealing the undercoat. The entire piece would then be sealed with a polyurethane varnish to protect the technique. A brilliant effect with the cracked surface along with the pronounced wood grain. Maybe another string to your bow?
Stop worrying about to much info, your doing an awesome job explaining this. I would love to see you do some actual projects to show what people can make with this technique.
I concur. There is a place for videos with no discussion, such as where you're just watching someone go through their process, but when you are doing an info video? Gimmie that info.
Awsemoe videos! Question tho. How well does it hold up to sun exposure? I have done a surface burn on a picnic table and added three coats of oil based poly but the burn seems to fade out eventually.
@@InspireWoodcraft Awesome video! I think the info is really necessary and helpful and I can't wait to try this out on my multi-colored pallet-wood accent wall. But here's a helpful unsolicited tip from an educator: show and tell simultaneously! Although it's probably harder to produce (camera angles and all), we can see the usefulness of the information in action! Might reduce your vids a few minutes as well... Cheers and thanks for taking the time to do these vids!!
Awesome videos. I learned something very important in this episode. I couldn't get my yellow to show up after I finished burning. I realized, in this video, that I wasn't brushing deep enough to go below the burnt soft wood to reach the unburnt soft wood. The burnt wood really prevents the yellow from presenting itself. Thank you!
Great video. I'm working on a desk and I keep changing my mind how to finish it. I think you've changed my mind yet again. I didn't realize how dramatic that 3D effect would be until you showed that end grain shot.
For someone just learning more info is better, this would be me. Your always on topic then you add a little funny, which is perfect. Your a great teacher don't change a thing. Rambling is someone who goes off topic and forgets what their video is about. It makes people want to reach into their channel and tape their mouth. I don't get that desire watching your videos, I get information about what I did my search for. Good information thanks again
Thank you for that. TH-cam is a strange place to work as attention spans are getting shorter. If you make videos too long and teach, people get upset and leave. If you make them super fast paced and don't actually teach, people get upset and leave. Ha! I'm learning to ignore all that and just do me. Take it or leave it. Thanks again for the feedback.
Soooo.....my husband and I decide to renovate the bathroom. Even with new plywood walls. I get the idea to burn the walls. My first try, yesterday, revealed to me there has GOT to be a secret to this because it's looking more spotted than striped, as with the grain. And then....I find these videos. You do realize my husband is probably not going to like you very much, now. ;-) lol Yeah, I'm now going to surface burn the walls with a better technique....but there's also going to be a design on the wall that is going to employ your techniques shown in your videos. I also agree with everyone else: don't worry about having too much information. What I've seen in the three videos on this technique caused me to go ahead and subscribe to your channel. You're thorough, easy to understand and you throw in a little humor, too. Very well done, sir! (psst...I won't tell my husband where I got this information for your protection. ROFL!)
Very nice video! I used to finish cabinets for a living and this covers a lot of the things that I learned through trial and error, and taught me quite a bit about shou sugi ban, which is a new technique for me. Looking forward to trying it!
I just did a set of cornhole boards with the shou sugi ban and they came out absolutely stunning. I stained the tops and sides with minwax. Golden Oak on one board and Sedona Red on the other.
You are a gifted teacher. I have all those products in my shop, I'm not sponsored. Why are people so whiney about giving away free knowledge, and possibly being able to pay bills (SOMEDAY) in the future?
@@InspireWoodcraft I believe it is important as well. I am going to be doing some new crafting, redoing a car and a house. I want to use this type of wood on my kitchen cabinets. I am having to do most of the work myself as the series is, 'She thought she could, so she did.' Fixer Upper edition, and the car one is Automotive edition. I haven't done this stuff before, but alot of crafting I have. Should be interesting in the end. If you want to follow and see what I come up with, just subscribe to my channel and ring the bell, the new videos in March-April will start for the car and the house will be in May.
Just a fantastic video- subbed!! I'm planning on what I want my wet bar to look like and this look is right up my alley. Thanks for all the great info!
Interesting. I thoroughly enjoy your videos. I have only done a few things in shou sugi ban inspired by photos I saw on pinterest, and then I would just wing it based on the photo. I also tie dye, so I have a lot of pro grade cellulose dyes that I used to achieve this effect because I honestly didn't even know this stuff was a thing. I can mix is with just water as strong or weak as I want and I can mix the shades together. Also I can mix as much or as little as I wish. Let the wood dry or used a heat gun to accelerate the process and apply more or seal. Sometimes I "paint" just random grains with one shade and alternate with another. I have enjoyed the experimentation and have been pleased with the outcomes all while not knowing what the hell I am doing. 😂 I'll be following you. This carpentry stuff is a blast.
Also, I enjoy your teaching. I believe we have similar thought processes just based on your teaching and speaking style. To me, the "why" is important because when you understand why something is the way it is, it explains so many other things as well. I have yet to make the click with guitar playing because Im classically taught to read sheet music on a few instruments and guitar players are heavily tablature readers. We speak different languages. Once that connection is made in my mind, it's all over. 😎 Don't change a thing.
This is by far, really, really far, the most valuable and informative videos about shou sugi ban. I was really waiting for that last part on coloring the wood and as expected, you didn't disappoint! Thanks so much for sharing all those amazing details! Keep up the good work! I had a look at your IG and your work is really beautiful. Inspiring. Amazing.
Thank you so much! These are great videos! They are very detailed and informative and I believe that I will actually be able to retain all of this! You would be a great instructor for workshops and such!
Such a great comment. Thank you very much! Some day I might. I want to start a workshop space for kids someday so I suppose that will be my chance to teach in person. Thanks again and good luck if you try it!
You are spilling it all out! And that is AAAWESOME! Been following you on instagram and it's all great! Thanks for sharing pretty much ALL there is to it! You skip no step, pretty grateful here! 💪 waiting for more cool stuff! 😎
Thanks so much for all the videos in this series. Can't wait to get started playing with this process. You were very clear and shared so much info, thanks for your time.
👍excellent video... I want to do some embellishment with a versa-tool on plywood . Is this the right order burn slogan, condition, stain, then polyurethane seal. 🤔
I’m so excited to do this, I’ve been playing around with scrap wood at my house and making wall art. I’m going to burn some pieces and put them together. This video was helpful!
That unbrushed char with topcoat is the closest to the original, old school Japanese Yakisugi look with a bit of shine to it. I prefer to not add dye or stain to it, just a topcoat with the variation of colours from brushing it. Awesome video!
So glad i stumbled onto this series! I'm doing a BIG accent wallnin my house and was going to do a surface char, as thats the only one I thought existed. I will be painting it, so i now know I need to do the deeper char and will probably need that Porter Cable. Awesome series, brother! Appreciate it and subscribed!
Awesome videos and really inspiring. Just finished my first surface burn on a barbecue cart and can't wait to try the full char on my next project. Thanks for all the information.
I've been doing the surface burn for years thinking the char burn was insane! Today I did it and did the stiff wire brush...much better way ! Tomorrow char and clearcoat.
Awesome series of videos. Thanks for the insight. You should check out this other Japanese technique using a "uzukuri" (浮造り). Basically burnishing softwood without the charring. Just another trick for the arsenal.
Hi Jodee I am new at shou sugi ban and have been quite inspired by your videos. As I work through the process, I return to re-watch segments and pick up on things I have missed. You are a great teacher and I wanted to let you know how valuable your information has been! Jodie from Canada!
A tip for staining and finishing. Pour the liquid into a throwaway container rather than opening the finish container and dipping the brush into it, brushing on charred wood, then dipping the brush (which now has charred wood etc attached to it) back into your finish container which contaminates it. Pour the finish into a container pouring enough for the project you’re doing and when you’re finished with it throw than container away. This way your finish stays pure in case you want to use it for another project. Thanks for the videos!
When dying or staining a larger area such as an outdoor shed can the dye or stain be applied by spray gun and do I still need to wipe off as I will be applying a much lighter coat or coats, ???.... Great videos direct with information not overcomplicating things or taking 20 mins waffling about stuff we don't need to hear 👍
"Old deodorant container, that's not yoghurt that's inside of there..." :-D Love the colours. Unfortunately the only stains we sell in my country are shades of brown. I am going to try and create some colours with clothing dye and try this. Thanks for the explanations and demonstrations.
I found your videos about 45 minutes ago and i think they're great! I was looking into the reason why this process of woodburning works and you explained it. Thank you! My question is what process and top coat would be best for a deck? I haven't watched all your videos yet so maybe the answer is coming. Keep up the great work.
Thanks for the kind words! So I haven’t done a whole deck personally, but if I was to, I think I would go with a weed torch for flame volume, and brush with a stiff push broom or something. It probably won’t be as dramatic of a result, but it’s just way too much volume for small tools. As far as finish, when I do planter boxes and stuff I use outdoor deck/fence sealer or stain, just like normal. My personal favorite is Preservawood, but to each their own! As always, try running a trial in a rarely seen spot or if it’s a new deck, practice on some off-cuts or something. Hope that helps!
Dude, thank you for breaking down the videos prior to this. I wish more people would realize that YT videos really shouldn't be more than 15 minutes circa 2024.
Great videos! I figured that paper towels would leave behind lint when wiping stain on/off but it looks like it works for you. I'll save my old tshirts for working on the car LOL.
Thank you for the knowledge of this style of woodworking. I have taken what I’ve learned from watching all 4 of your videos and have put it to work. Keep up the great work and I look forward to seeing and learning more from you.
a few years after the publishing of this video, so not sure you still even see these, but I'm just starting to work on doing the shou sugi ban process on a full wood desk that I will be using as a kitchen counter in my conversion van build-out... other than about blowing myself up and setting the deck on fire this morning when the propane bottle/torch caught on fire ! im excited about the process... was wondering if you ever tried using a paste wax instead of a polyurethane as a finishing ? also curious if you have tried using a whitewash (watered down latex paint) instead of a stain?
Nice, it's kinda cool to see someone who 1. acts like a human and 2. explains things simply.
Ps. Your intentional humor is what makes your videos fun to watch.
Thank you so much for the terrific video. I am a teacher in Melbourne. My students and I were all impressed with your presentation. Not too many people reveal all their secrets. You were not selfish and showed a lot of your expertise. We will watch all your videos now.
Great video. No waffling, you get the point across clearly and efficiently. Well done. Good communicator.
Thank you!
This channel is so under appreciated. You’re very thorough and thoughtful. Thank you for all your effort! I have been looking for months for this level of detail on these methods.
Thank YOU for taking the time to watch!
Sincere gratitude from a neighbor in Elk Grove. I have a an awesome 6 foot piece from the Depot that cost less than 3 bucks burned and "brushed" (wire brush and a pot scrubber with a handle swiped from the kitchen) and am looking forward to tomorrow and getting some color going.
I did a couple of test pieces last week with acrylic paint as the pigment in a "whitewash" and after a bit of a learning-curve, think they look pretty cool.
Again, thanks. I've been on an art-binge of sorts the past few months and your Shou Sugi Ban technique is satisfying as can be, and fits my current budget just fine, since the garage has plenty of cans of liquids to experiment with.
I’m a multi level crafter/artist, I do everything from stained glass to metal work. Thank you so much for these videos! I can not wait to give this a craft a try. Going to put my own artistic spin on it. This is going to be so much fun!
So I watched four videos this morning. This afternoon I sanded, burnt, bought a nylon flap wheel thingymajig, gouged away at my piece of wood and WOW. so much fun, so easy, SO EFFECTIVE. Thank You so much for sharing and educating. Wine tonight then stain tomorrow. Happy Days. Keep it up and bring on the table you mentioned please.
Thank You again from the other side of the pond. Tonight I will Go To Bed A Little Less Ignorant
These videos are so cool. I cannot wait to try all your techniques
Love your videos!! I love the fact that you have full-blown OCD and you are one with your craft. I’m making a stacked wood slat mosaic wall from reclaimed wood following the demolition of 100-year-old house. The grain pattern is unbelievable!! Your lessons are invaluable for my project!
hands-down best advice on selecting the best wood burning process depending on the project. I personally agree with him on the deeper burn to provide the 3D appearance and more rich textures. Excellent Work makes me feel like Cash Money!!!
You are an artist and a great instructor. One thing I would tip to anybody new to staining though, is don't shake the can if the material is thin, particularly if you're not wanting to wipe it off. Use something thin and flat, like a paint stir stick, and gently scrape the bottom, mixing slowly and you'll avoid those tiny bubbles that flaw the finish. Thanks for the lesson!
Yeah great tip! One thing with this style is that it's super forgiving and if you are using the stain a lot, the pigment doesn't have a chance to really settle too much. Normally I would say that's a pretty good rule of thumb though. Thanks!
I’ve watched your videos and been making my own computer desk using the shou sugi ban technique and with the help of your videos. First of, thank you for influencing and helping me to do my first project. Thanks to you I know almost have a beautifully finished desk. I have started and found my own ways of doing charring the lumber, scrubbing it and staining it. I found that by charring the wood, deeply scrubbing it and the staining it around 5 or 6 times. I myself like the tool marks and have used allot of a more harsher brush and has given it more texture that is already has. Then I stained it with a deep purple stain. There is still a lot that I have to experiment my self with other techniques, tools and paints. But I feel very happy with the results I got and plan to do more projects like this. Thank you.
Man what a GREAT comment! I’m so glad you found useful information in what I put out there, but I’m really glad it inspired you to try NEW things and mix it up! Super awesome and congrats on your new desk!
Inspire Woodcraft Thank you!
My blessing for today is finding you! Thank you!
Dude! I really appreciate you sharing your knowledge with us. You're an artist and a saint!!!
Yes! A good oldfashioned saint! I did not see that one coming. Wow.
I just found your work the other night and have inspired me to tackle a deck I need to replace, you do beautiful work.
Oh wow that’s awesome!! And thank you!
Hey man this was very cool. Really enjoyed learning about this. Please keep making videos
I've been stripping a guitar body of paint for the past week and finally got it all cleaned up. These videos definitely convinced me to use your methods to give it a nice lustrous burnt look. Thank you!
A burnt guitar neck is extremely stable, and I love burning and just sanding it (finer and finer grain sand paper). Playing such a pitch black neck feels great. Far better than a clear coat that feels like plastic.
However, the risk is a bent neck (and the truss rod can't correct it anymore, oops) or even a twisted neck. And it is wise to remove the fretboard, for you do not want to burn that fretboard. When you leave the fretboard in place, you need to be careful not to destroy the glue between neck and fretboard. In short, things are complicated. Burning a perfect neck is quite a risk, but I tell you, when you are careful (and a bit lucky) the result can be fantastic.
I'm so glad I found your tutorials. I'm making molds off the wood I prepare with shou sugi ban, for casting in black porcelain.
Woah that sounds awesome! Glad to help!
Thank you I finally understand the difference between stain/dye & paint I've been looking for a clear explination you have done that *****sir Bravo!🎉
Thank you sir for sharing your expertise on this subject. Most appreciated for a beginner like me.
Great video sir! I just got done building a shou sugi ban table and it turned out amazing! I rewatched your videos multiple times to get the results I wanted! Thanks so much for sharing!
Really liking all this series of videos, I'm really tempted to get a torch and start burning! Thanks a million for your willingness to share info and inspire others.
Been doing this for roughly 15 years but I always used steel wool instead of flap wheels. Its beautiful with Minwax Early American stain and gloss polycrylic. Never knew or thought about colors like red, blue , ect. You gave me a new project. Thank you
On a fully charred piece, can you use multiple coats of the clear top coat to the point you can sand it and buff it smooth, without actually touching the char?
I almost watched this video first. I'm so glad I started at 1 which is a great place to start. Thank you so much for this comprehensive set of videos.
Really digging your channel and the Shou Sugi Ban series so far. The in-depth breakdown on all the variables possible was sorely needed on YT. In a geeky way I prefer that over not having the info and loads of questions after. Even by proxy the Bay Area needs more woodworkers, keep it up and thanks!
I really appreciate that! I feel like it's a gamble: trying to go over everything, but not have people drop like flies two minutes in, which is an inherent trait of video. Thanks for the support!
Thanks buddy. I really enjoy your perspective on things. Pls keep making vids and sharing your expertise.
Thank you for showing the examples and techniques! It saves a lot of "r&d" on our end and steers people in a direction they might want to go. Well done!
Thank you for your videos.
I do torched wood myself but I learn tons of things from your videos.
Thank you very much
Another Great vid ! Thanks. Wanted to share a Tip given to me Decades ago, regarding “cans” of stain/paint. The channel that the lid rests in when closed can get goopy, full of ‘pour back’. A way to reduce that channel getting filled with gunk, which can cause lid to seal less, is to tap a nail around that channel and make ‘drain holes’. I generally use a full sized nail, tap holes around in basically a (clock) pattern/spacing. So, after pouring or drawing brush/rag out of can, when it sits back on flat surface, let the residual from the pour drain back in to can via the punched holes, THEN put lid back on.
Hope that makes sense to your Viewers.
Thank you for the informative videos on this burning technique. I have used this burning of pinewood for more than 20 years, using many of the methods you use. Usually finished the article in dark stain or paint, using the 3D texture rather than the contrast. One of the finishes that was very popular with customers was a “crackle lacquer” finish. Once the char is removed and the grain is revealed, the article is sprayed with a duco type undercoat of a dark colour of blue or green. Once dry, this is shot with an ivory crackle lacquer, when drying would crack in a random pattern revealing the undercoat. The entire piece would then be sealed with a polyurethane varnish to protect the technique. A brilliant effect with the cracked surface along with the pronounced wood grain. Maybe another string to your bow?
I really like the full charred look! Another great video
Same here! And thank you!
Love this video man! Going back to watch the whole series.
Stop worrying about to much info, your doing an awesome job explaining this. I would love to see you do some actual projects to show what people can make with this technique.
Thank you for the feedback. Yeah I’ve been getting that a lot lately. I have been brainstorming ideas for projects.
I concur. There is a place for videos with no discussion, such as where you're just watching someone go through their process, but when you are doing an info video? Gimmie that info.
Will Shepherd I agree. Not to much at all. The information given was necessary to understand how it works and why. Perfectly explained.
Awsemoe videos! Question tho. How well does it hold up to sun exposure? I have done a surface burn on a picnic table and added three coats of oil based poly but the burn seems to fade out eventually.
@@InspireWoodcraft Awesome video! I think the info is really necessary and helpful and I can't wait to try this out on my multi-colored pallet-wood accent wall. But here's a helpful unsolicited tip from an educator: show and tell simultaneously! Although it's probably harder to produce (camera angles and all), we can see the usefulness of the information in action! Might reduce your vids a few minutes as well... Cheers and thanks for taking the time to do these vids!!
I am doing my first shou surgical ban project and continue to refer back to this video. Thank for your excellent tips.
Awesome videos. I learned something very important in this episode. I couldn't get my yellow to show up after I finished burning. I realized, in this video, that I wasn't brushing deep enough to go below the burnt soft wood to reach the unburnt soft wood. The burnt wood really prevents the yellow from presenting itself. Thank you!
Thanks a lot! You made things clear and i like the way you get into the progress! Keep up the nice videos and greetz from Germany
This was very helpful, thanks
Great video. I'm working on a desk and I keep changing my mind how to finish it. I think you've changed my mind yet again. I didn't realize how dramatic that 3D effect would be until you showed that end grain shot.
For someone just learning more info is better, this would be me. Your always on topic then you add a little funny, which is perfect. Your a great teacher don't change a thing. Rambling is someone who goes off topic and forgets what their video is about. It makes people want to reach into their channel and tape their mouth. I don't get that desire watching your videos, I get information about what I did my search for. Good information thanks again
Thank you for that. TH-cam is a strange place to work as attention spans are getting shorter. If you make videos too long and teach, people get upset and leave. If you make them super fast paced and don't actually teach, people get upset and leave. Ha! I'm learning to ignore all that and just do me. Take it or leave it. Thanks again for the feedback.
Soooo.....my husband and I decide to renovate the bathroom. Even with new plywood walls. I get the idea to burn the walls. My first try, yesterday, revealed to me there has GOT to be a secret to this because it's looking more spotted than striped, as with the grain. And then....I find these videos. You do realize my husband is probably not going to like you very much, now. ;-) lol Yeah, I'm now going to surface burn the walls with a better technique....but there's also going to be a design on the wall that is going to employ your techniques shown in your videos. I also agree with everyone else: don't worry about having too much information. What I've seen in the three videos on this technique caused me to go ahead and subscribe to your channel. You're thorough, easy to understand and you throw in a little humor, too. Very well done, sir! (psst...I won't tell my husband where I got this information for your protection. ROFL!)
Just finished watching the four videos (in order)..very informative and looking forward to giving it a go myself..
Very nice video! I used to finish cabinets for a living and this covers a lot of the things that I learned through trial and error, and taught me quite a bit about shou sugi ban, which is a new technique for me. Looking forward to trying it!
Exceptional tutorial dude!! Absolutely outstanding...thank you 🤟🏼
I just did a set of cornhole boards with the shou sugi ban and they came out absolutely stunning. I stained the tops and sides with minwax. Golden Oak on one board and Sedona Red on the other.
Did you epoxy the surface? Doesn't the 3d texture sort of interfere with the corn hole bag sliding?
I used 5 heavy coats of polycrylic. The 3D surface is still there but very minimal and doesn't seem to affect the bags at all.
Great job 👍
Well detailed very informative, & good sense of humour
The best thing ever I love this I did this on on my workbench drawers the door fronts amazing
This video series is super informative. Thank you very much!
You are a gifted teacher. I have all those products in my shop, I'm not sponsored. Why are people so whiney about giving away free knowledge, and possibly being able to pay bills (SOMEDAY) in the future?
Thank you. I couldn't very well show how to do something and then hide all the things I use to do it with... I don't get it either.
@@InspireWoodcraft I believe it is important as well. I am going to be doing some new crafting, redoing a car and a house. I want to use this type of wood on my kitchen cabinets. I am having to do most of the work myself as the series is, 'She thought she could, so she did.' Fixer Upper edition, and the
car one is Automotive edition. I haven't done this stuff before, but alot of crafting I have. Should be interesting in the end. If you want to follow and see what I come up with, just subscribe to my channel and ring the bell, the new videos in March-April will start for the car and the house will be in May.
your videos are so good thank you so much
I really like how informative your videos are. Thanks keep it up please.
Just a fantastic video- subbed!! I'm planning on what I want my wet bar to look like and this look is right up my alley. Thanks for all the great info!
great video. you do a good job explaining and talking to your audience i subscribed.
Amazing video. Great instruction and instructor. Easy to follow. Thanks. I think I’ll try these techniques.
Interesting. I thoroughly enjoy your videos. I have only done a few things in shou sugi ban inspired by photos I saw on pinterest, and then I would just wing it based on the photo. I also tie dye, so I have a lot of pro grade cellulose dyes that I used to achieve this effect because I honestly didn't even know this stuff was a thing. I can mix is with just water as strong or weak as I want and I can mix the shades together. Also I can mix as much or as little as I wish. Let the wood dry or used a heat gun to accelerate the process and apply more or seal. Sometimes I "paint" just random grains with one shade and alternate with another. I have enjoyed the experimentation and have been pleased with the outcomes all while not knowing what the hell I am doing. 😂 I'll be following you. This carpentry stuff is a blast.
Also, I enjoy your teaching. I believe we have similar thought processes just based on your teaching and speaking style. To me, the "why" is important because when you understand why something is the way it is, it explains so many other things as well. I have yet to make the click with guitar playing because Im classically taught to read sheet music on a few instruments and guitar players are heavily tablature readers. We speak different languages. Once that connection is made in my mind, it's all over. 😎 Don't change a thing.
Muy artististico, creativo y original...Congratulations...!
This is by far, really, really far, the most valuable and informative videos about shou sugi ban. I was really waiting for that last part on coloring the wood and as expected, you didn't disappoint! Thanks so much for sharing all those amazing details!
Keep up the good work! I had a look at your IG and your work is really beautiful. Inspiring. Amazing.
Well thank you! That means a lot. And thank you for following along!
Thank you so much! Don't worry about your explanation, I'm a beginner and I found it very useful
Thank you so much! These are great videos! They are very detailed and informative and I believe that I will actually be able to retain all of this! You would be a great instructor for workshops and such!
Such a great comment. Thank you very much! Some day I might. I want to start a workshop space for kids someday so I suppose that will be my chance to teach in person. Thanks again and good luck if you try it!
For fully charred I find using a spray can for the first coat then brush for subsequent coats. That way your brush doesn't damage the char
What were you using @ 12:34 on the charred wood, please?
Great video sir!
Thank you for taking the time out to make this.
Informative, nicely presented video. Really dig the full char with endurovar finish
Ciao ,ti scrivo da GENOVA ITALIA ,complimenti video bellissimi ,tecnica perfetta sei un artista del legno .
Good stuff. Really enjoying the videos. I'm practicing this stuff too. Thanks again
Well done, cant wait to give this all a go for my new house, appreciate the detail and way you describe the process. keep it up.
And? Did you burn your house?
You are spilling it all out! And that is AAAWESOME! Been following you on instagram and it's all great! Thanks for sharing pretty much ALL there is to it! You skip no step, pretty grateful here! 💪 waiting for more cool stuff! 😎
Yeah the secret’s out! Ha! Thanks so much for the support!
Thanks so much for all the videos in this series. Can't wait to get started playing with this process. You were very clear and shared so much info, thanks for your time.
Thank you! You are a very good teacher. ❤
This might literally be the first time I’ve commented on any TH-cam video, just wanted to say I dig your passion about it. Keep it up 👍
Amazing technique! I love shou sugi ban! I craft didgeridoo and have always wanted to shou sugi ban a pine didge 😀 Thank you so much for sharing 🙏🏽❤️
That would be AWESOME!
👍excellent video... I want to do some embellishment with a versa-tool on plywood . Is this the right order burn slogan, condition, stain, then polyurethane seal. 🤔
I’m so excited to do this, I’ve been playing around with scrap wood at my house and making wall art. I’m going to burn some pieces and put them together. This video was helpful!
Great video..you got me Interested in this.love the look
That unbrushed char with topcoat is the closest to the original, old school Japanese Yakisugi look with a bit of shine to it.
I prefer to not add dye or stain to it, just a topcoat with the variation of colours from brushing it. Awesome video!
5:29 dye &wipe
6:38 stain minwax (let soak for a minute then wipe)
8:16 Varathane, sit, then wipe
Your videos are amazing I’m trying your technique and going good so far
So glad i stumbled onto this series! I'm doing a BIG accent wallnin my house and was going to do a surface char, as thats the only one I thought existed. I will be painting it, so i now know I need to do the deeper char and will probably need that Porter Cable. Awesome series, brother! Appreciate it and subscribed!
Awesome videos and really inspiring. Just finished my first surface burn on a barbecue cart and can't wait to try the full char on my next project. Thanks for all the information.
Really great information, thanks for showing these videos.
I’m glad you got some use out of them! Thanks and you’re welcome!
I've been doing the surface burn for years thinking the char burn was insane! Today I did it and did the stiff wire brush...much better way ! Tomorrow char and clearcoat.
Awesome series of videos. Thanks for the insight. You should check out this other Japanese technique using a "uzukuri" (浮造り). Basically burnishing softwood without the charring. Just another trick for the arsenal.
Definitely going to check that out. Thanks!
Hi Jodee
I am new at shou sugi ban and have been quite inspired by your videos. As I work through the process, I return to re-watch segments and pick up on things I have missed. You are a great teacher and I wanted to let you know how valuable your information has been!
Jodie from Canada!
Hey! That’s such a nice thing to say! (I know, it’s a Canadian thing 😂) Thank you so much. I’m really glad you found some useful information.
A tip for staining and finishing.
Pour the liquid into a throwaway container rather than opening the finish container and dipping the brush into it, brushing on charred wood, then dipping the brush (which now has charred wood etc attached to it) back into your finish container which contaminates it.
Pour the finish into a container pouring enough for the project you’re doing and when you’re finished with it throw than container away.
This way your finish stays pure in case you want to use it for another project.
Thanks for the videos!
Always a great tip! I admit that I'm usually in such a rush that I forget to bother with separate containers. Thanks!
Every detail is important so go on my friend it is perfect !!! Thanks for that very good explanation :) :) :)
When dying or staining a larger area such as an outdoor shed can the dye or stain be applied by spray gun and do I still need to wipe off as I will be applying a much lighter coat or coats, ???....
Great videos direct with information not overcomplicating things or taking 20 mins waffling about stuff we don't need to hear 👍
Awesome 4 part series! Nice work man! I like you beard in video 1, go back to that...makes you look badass.
Ha! Thanks a ton! Too hot right now plus my dust mask won’t fit with it!
"Old deodorant container, that's not yoghurt that's inside of there..." :-D
Love the colours. Unfortunately the only stains we sell in my country are shades of brown. I am going to try and create some colours with clothing dye and try this.
Thanks for the explanations and demonstrations.
I found your videos about 45 minutes ago and i think they're great! I was looking into the reason why this process of woodburning works and you explained it. Thank you!
My question is what process and top coat would be best for a deck? I haven't watched all your videos yet so maybe the answer is coming. Keep up the great work.
Thanks for the kind words! So I haven’t done a whole deck personally, but if I was to, I think I would go with a weed torch for flame volume, and brush with a stiff push broom or something. It probably won’t be as dramatic of a result, but it’s just way too much volume for small tools. As far as finish, when I do planter boxes and stuff I use outdoor deck/fence sealer or stain, just like normal. My personal favorite is Preservawood, but to each their own! As always, try running a trial in a rarely seen spot or if it’s a new deck, practice on some off-cuts or something. Hope that helps!
Inspire Woodcraft
AWESOME! Thank you!
Dude, thank you for breaking down the videos prior to this. I wish more people would realize that YT videos really shouldn't be more than 15 minutes circa 2024.
Incredibly detailed instruction...Great job brother
Would love to see some easy projects to do with this burned wood! It looks amazing
I'm working on it! Up til now I have mostly only done my wall art pieces. I'm coming up with a few projects to use it on. Thanks!
@@InspireWoodcraft what color stain and brand was the blue wood on the cover?
Great videos! I figured that paper towels would leave behind lint when wiping stain on/off but it looks like it works for you. I'll save my old tshirts for working on the car LOL.
Thank you! Sometimes they do but usually I can get away with it. I don't cycle through shirts often enough to do that but it is a great idea!
Really cool videos man, you've inspired my design for a recycled pallet bus/home. Cheers from Downunder
That's AWESOME! Good luck with everything. Cheers!
Muy bueno sin duda podemos trabajar la madera y los colores de una manera grandiosa 👍
Thank you for the knowledge of this style of woodworking. I have taken what I’ve learned from watching all 4 of your videos and have put it to work. Keep up the great work and I look forward to seeing and learning more from you.
a few years after the publishing of this video, so not sure you still even see these, but I'm just starting to work on doing the shou sugi ban process on a full wood desk that I will be using as a kitchen counter in my conversion van build-out... other than about blowing myself up and setting the deck on fire this morning when the propane bottle/torch caught on fire ! im excited about the process... was wondering if you ever tried using a paste wax instead of a polyurethane as a finishing ? also curious if you have tried using a whitewash (watered down latex paint) instead of a stain?
Very good info that I will make use of. Thanks.
You do amazing work would you please do a wood gun stock before I jack my stock up I want to see how you do one
Great video, nice work. Ever use a prestain? Wondering if it makes a difference on this type of finish.
How did you get the blue that is the cover for video #3