The Right Brushes For Amazing Shou Sugi Ban Results

[@jeanneglass8048]

Been marathon watching your videos. So good. No loud music, no drama, just wonderfully well spoken and very good at instructing. Very straight forward, appreciate your help so much!

[@chrisosh9574]

Over the past few years I have done a lot of shou sugi ban furniture, I use the wheels a lot but most of the time I like to strip back the charcoal with those stainless steel scouring pads they use in restaurant kitchens, they cut back the charcoal fairly quickly and I use an industrial vac to keep the job clear. Other grades of steel wool are useful but they break up a lot and leave bits of wool all over the place whereas the scourers don't so much.

[@musamor75]

This is what you call a TRUE tutorial. Very thorough work; this gentleman goes through ALL possibilities. It's the best video I've seen so far, and I don't think I'm going any further. I live in Brittany, France, and I have a project in my sitting room in my two-hundred year old farmhouse. This has helped me a lot. Thanks a million. Take care, and all the best from France. Au revoir.

[@InspireWoodcraft]

What a great comment! Thanks so much for that. I would love to see a 200 year-old farmhouse. That sounds amazing!

[@Tara-sf7uu]

Im so glad I learned your techniques first! I cannot stress enough how much the texture added to the whole effect! Thank you!

[@193therman]

You are the best at explaining all the techniques. I am hooked.

[@PHIL_S]

Who would have thought that a video about brushes would have been so useful - thanks for sharing!

[@educostanzo]

Your attention to detail when it comes to breaking down the process is unbelievable, thanks a lot for the information, and your pieces are just gorgeous!! Can't wait to learn more.

[@InspireWoodcraft]

I can't tell you how much I appreciate that! Thank you VERY much!

[@gregac1984]

Really appreciate it that you are taking so much time to share what you have learned.

[@randy8978-z5e]

I really like the brass wire brush half way. Then maybe a clear coat on top.

[@randy8978-z5e]

Can you tell me if Bass wood would burn similarly ?

[@macleanclassics]

Installed some shosugiban in my bathroom as a feature wall... needed trim to match, so I made it . Turned out awesome. I now offer it as a feature in high end remodel projects (labour intensive).Helpful tips here, and this is probably the most important step regarding the overall look

[@mjremy2605]

That was a lovely demo and thank you for no music (oh joy!). I loved the gradation of color on the sample. My technique is to use an angle grinder with a crimped wire cup brush on raw wood to scrape out the texture, then lightly toast it. However, if I use the Shou Sugi Ban method, the wood gets a warm tone all over. Adding a color stain makes it so beautiful. I want to use this technique on a wood frame for some Japanese prints. Thank you.

[@myvotedontcount20]

I SEE ALOT OF PEOPLE DOING THIS AND IT LOOKS GOOD BUT YOU TAKE IT TO A DIFFERENT LEVEL ALTOGETHER

[@JT-td4mr]

Finally, someone knows how to talk, Elaborate and explain in steps. Unlike many others Thank you

[@timthompson7205]

He talks way too much. 70% of the video is unnecessary

[@chippysteve4524]

The Makita I used ages ago kicked ass! We called it the hedgehog. It ploughed through the endgrain to scallop the ends of big green oak beams and purlins that had been roughed out with a very big circular saw in a jig. It's a beast. Can stroke the cat with it or turn bandsawn dry oak boards into textured,even driftwood level weathering to the grain and not too much scratching with the nylon drum.

[@theadhdhandyman]

I am somewhat of a tool nut and I am shocked that I have never heard of a restorer. Looks like a game changer. Thanks for your videos!

[@seanmartin867]

So I’m new to woodworking, I’ve worked construction fields for my entire life so I’m good with various tools and cuts, what I’m not good with is all the burning and staining techniques. You’ve been one of the best pages I’ve used to learn from. Thank you for the help! All I could say to you, as far as commentary would be this; show some full techniques in a single video rather then multiple, my battery isn’t large enough lol

[@chris302001]

This is super cool. Just tried it out with my 9 yo son and it's super cool. We're gonna make a lot of cool projects together. Thanks for making videos like this. COVID has had us messing around with different hobbies and we're making small furniture together.

[@brianray278]

I just started doing shou sugi ban and I just wanna say thanks for making this video. After watching it I bought a wide kitchen/bath brush to remove the char and it works so much better and faster than the copper or brass brushee.

[@garryhousden8548]

You're a true artist at heart. God bless ya! I'm learning so much. My liquor cabinet is going to be awesome because of you!!!!

[@mikeredhead2894]

Thanks brother. Gonna do my first batch of shelves tomorrow. All finished wood and disassembled, ready for the burn. Good clear video, you're a good teacher.

[@bluesparkgaming6230]

You had me at “It’s probably a good idea to always wear pants.” Love watching your videos! Keep up the great work!

[@1Tibs1]

You’re a really good teacher.

[@iluxman]

It is really CLEAR VOICE and GUIDANCE!. Well done! Thanks for sharing.

[@SimpleEarthSelfReliance]

I bow at your superior abilities on this. I am just starting on shou sugi ban, but I am very aware of the benefits. The looks are a bonus, and you got that nailed. Thanks for the video.

[@joshtonry4291]

Thankyou so much for these videos. I did the wood bed floor for my 1953 Chevy C.O.E. These videos have been so informative and helped me get a beautiful end result.

[@InspireWoodcraft]

That's so AWESOME! I'm really glad I could help!

[@rudymiller8367]

Am really enjoying your tips. Working this way with some pallet wood is making me keener to do more.

[@nakamuratsukiitainc.2269]

Good work using sugi 😊Greeting from Japan🇯🇵

[@xavierluciocajiao9985]

Amazing. Congrats for your knowledge. I like so much your information. You are a great teacher. Regards from South America

[@kiwimike3940]

Great video. Very informative. Pretty much covered everything without leaving any details. Good job mate.

[@MrBonners]

I make toy box treasure chests and have been seeing this pop up a lot lately. I was looking to ues blue dyes but that wasn't enough, you know. This way gives coloured boxes that texture, that hits the mark for me. Power brush you should reiterate that only worth it for large-ish scale production work. Bit of a beast for the 'one of' project hobbyist type in a garage. Your videos give a very decent dive into it. The rest is play (experimentation). Great fun. Box applications popping in my head already. Cool that 2 different results can be achieved.

[@squirrelgray945]

Ordered the 3 pack of flap brushes. Great video exactly what I needed.

[@grahambell-palmer8418]

great video, clear and informative without any fuss

[@mururoa7024]

Great video. I like the no BS style. Looking forward to the coloring part.

[@InspireWoodcraft]

Thanks so much!

[@lifehappened8216]

Thank for real in-depth, great tutorial video. I’ve watched hours of video but this was the most in-depth.

[@chrisalbright]

Thanks Jodi for going through your process. I’ve done some shou sugi ban finishing but the result is always dark brown (using a deck brush). I guess it’s pretty common sense but I’ve never thought to really scrub the heck out of it to dig down into the char wood to expose the light wood. This is opening a whole new world for me.

[@InspireWoodcraft]

Man that makes me super happy to know that these videos are actually reaching people and helping! Thanks for taking the time to comment!

[@mechantics]

@TakeAmericaBackfromISRAEL no, either direction a cup brush is spun will result in 360° of scuff marks....think of the results of an orbital sander vs a belt sander

[@InspireWoodcraft]

Great explanation. I have had quite a few people ask that but I never saw this particular comment. Thanks for answering!

[@deedeeforeverand1day.]

Great. Love it . Always where a mask doing this .

[@silasgroenning]

Thanks for video. Really helpfull. Would you ever sand after brushing, to get a smoother surface, or would sanding with a fine grain, still ruin the goodlooking burned grains? Thanks

[@bravizturnbull2358]

The cover photo for this video how did you make it look like that with the actual wood color showing thru the color and the burning, I'm working on a project and am trying to make it look similar but with gray instead of blue. Thanks

[@ericmorgan461]

Thanks for the in depth helpful video, I have used the burn method on different projects, but you videos have opened up an entirely new world for me. I can now add this to the furniture I make, have another option for my clients. Thank you Jodi

[@orlandodiezvargas1645]

Que bonito.Lo felicito. Donde puedo conseguir esos cepillos? Gracias.

[@ancienteyesart]

I am just getting into this style and i love it! I saw this technique years ago and have been wanting to try it in my art pieces. Working with driftwood right now. Your videos have saved me a world of annoyance of trial and error! Ty:) great content! Where i live i cant get these brushes so ty for posting Amazon links!

[@oddanneout]

Great descriptions!!!!!! You’re a natural teacher. TY

[@OftenMissing]

Appreciate your knowledge on colouring Yakisugi wood

[@-8_8-]

Good work. I like your attitude, and your example driven approach to explaining the tools and techniques. If I worked for a tool maker I'd want to pay you for those demos. If I were in a different tax bracket, I'd be a patreon. Very honest, no bad mouthing of tools, no unnecessary kudos either. Just what it is, what it does, and WHY. I don't know why so many people miss the why. The why creates better craftsmen, as we now know how to think later instead of just being mimicking memorizers.

[@randywheeler3914]

Man your videos are just great thank you you are giving me great ideas and this video gave me ideas on how to finish my shop cabinets

[@caroleremita2321]

Just discovered these excellent informative videos which are infinitely superior to others I have seen. Good level of detail, especially in the beginning with good advice on choosing wood. Thanks

[@MrHi_it]

Would love to be able to post pictures here. But just wanted to thank the owner/creator of this awesome channel. Randomly stumbled upon it (thank you Google algorithms) and ended up incorporating Shou Sugi ban elements into my table build. It turned out spectacular and directions were spot on (again rare on KZbin). Thank you again, sir!

[@MrHi_it]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/h5zGgp6Yr5psmMk Here’s a link to a video of the show sugi ban table. Thank you InspireWoodcraft!

[@paulstephens9274]

Beginning at 13:15 is the loom I like. Great tutorial and advice about lungs... I’ll have to figure out to do not having tool you have. Will be doing a lot of 3.5” 8’ boards so wanting get done ASAP. Attachment to drill might be time consuming. Could use my 5” disc sander. Don’t think my grinder would be the right too, may need do by hand with wire brush to get the look you showed at end of video

[@amysmiles9751]

Thanks for being detailed in your description not everyone has wood working experience and it might save some trial and error for me

[@Spifty12]

I am so happy I found your videos! I've never taken any woodworking classes, but I have played around with making a grill table with stain and different woods as well as adding leftover ceramic tiles for the top. I'm going to get started trying this technique out for a garden bench. You break everything down so well that I know I can do this too. Keep up the great work! :)

[@danielurbina6609]

Thank you for the info! After testing out the brushes I found that I liked the the big wire brush because of the marks it leaves!

[@davidlang4442]

This is like barn boarding, making wood like it has been weathered for years. Popular in the 70s. It was made by running the wood through a wire brush planer, removing the softer wood, leaving the harder summer wood rings behind. Then staining with choice of color.

[@BryanSmith66]

Your video and tool recommendation guided me perfectly to a sick guitar finish. Thanks MAN!

[@jonathancupp3686]

Thank you for your videos, they have opened many doors for me in my hobby!

[@solarmagister]

Incredible vid, very rich and detailed informations... But can you (or any experienced guy) tell me quickly with which grit the board has been sanded before getting burned? (120/180?) Thank you so much

[@Mike_Ums]

Really fabulous! I learned all this info on my own and it took me trial and error. You sum it up in 4 great videos. Also learned a thing or two this time around as well. Thank you!

[@petermarchiafava7976]

Very helpful! Thumbs up for sure. I wonder about using salvaged wood, and the possible desire to use pre-stain wood conditioner to ensure even dye absorption.

[@mattallen9546]

the craftsman version (upgraded from porter cable to 4.0 amp) is on sale at lowes right now. $59.99 Bought one yesterday based off your advice.

[@milagrostq]

Wow! The wood looks incredible beautiful...Excellent ideas for my projects. Thank You for sharing!!

[@beau5170]

My brush was really crappy so I took my chisel, after a quick brushing, and got in between the grain and it took a little longer but you get down to that nice natural wood to help the stain/dye pop a little more. I'm sure others have brought it up but something to think about.

[@petriepretorius4085]

thank you! inspiring! i would love to cut up scrap wood into honeycomb, and do what you did there and tile a wall out...it is just lovely looking...it has soul...

[@wrgoinlive]

I learned a little about this in junior high school when we made a duck letter holder... uhm that was along time ago. Haven’t tried it since. Now, you are taking me to a whole new level. I want to get into my shop and create! Thanks for sharing your craft. More importantly, thanks for reminding me to wear pants!

[@Drzhounder]

Talk about timing. I started following you yesterday! Can't wait for the coloring as I am prepping for a custom ordered purple clock. You're giving me all kinds of ideas!

[@InspireWoodcraft]

Ha! That's awesome! Editing coloring now so it will be here soon. Thanks!

[@brazilianredneck]

Great video. Just ordered the 80 grit flap disc. Thanks!!!

[@hankvana2149]

Jodi, Great stuff! I've learned a lot - Thanks for sharing. I've used the Shou Sugi Ban process on my rifle stocks for years (decades actually) and now I know what it is properly called :-) The tooling marks left by brushing leave an interesting texture on the wood but when I am working with hardwoods I prefer to use steelwool to achieve a smoother surface.

[@InspireWoodcraft]

I sometimes use steel wool as well to polish up the charred grain for a higher contrast. I've has so many people ask me about rifle stocks! What species are you using for the stocks? I'm thinking about getting a few to try myself.

[@TheDudeAbides-247]

Love the outcome. If you do less of a char, you do not have to scrape away as much, and the results are the same. You really want to get a char on the grain and set the contrast. A light char will do this very well. Then just apply your color, wipe , and apply your finish.

[@Angel-te5ui]

I purchased the Nyalox flapwheel from the US. Works amazing. However I’ve had to order another as it’s worn away already. I purchased it a week tomorrow for £20 US to UK.

[@edwincantoesparza9612]

Excuse me, how to prepare the color paint to apply on this wood? thanks for your time!

[@Akhazmat907]

I am in the process of doing this tonight. Going to do red and the burnt for my axe handle

[@SouthernGirl-dh4fz]

Very informative and engaging! Awesome video!

[@Metalbass10000]

Looking for minimal tooling marks but a similar effect, but without taking the ridiculously long time it took me. Cool videos.

[@wilburcoffey9195]

what you use to burn the wood and do you find one better to use

[@itchyego9]

SO the Art and Practicality of Shou Sugi Ban (SSB) is to protect your home - if Siding - from bugs, and weather. So I imagine there is a tradeoff where you sand to reveal detail, but then lose the protection of SSB. Thoughts? And where or what is the cut-off point to Art and the Protection? Hmmm.... Just my Novice Question. I'm in Hawaii so we have lots of bugs, termites and Rain. Thank you SO much for your time and information and sharing it - Ken in Hawaii

[@ldlink3935]

this is an awesome video......I'm loving all these people on YT sharing knowledge....I hope you are making some money doing this. I will be doing this technique on a picnic table in the near future and will be implementing some of what you have discussed. Maybe I'll make a video, but I know making videos 4X the time of any project. Best Wishes

[@diniswoodgrain]

Thank for your video this really help me understanding more of the contrast about shou sugi ban. Keep up

[@RyanDobos-xu8sc]

Thanks for the info. I have very little clue what I'm doing as it might show here in a sec.... so your attention to detail is appreciated. Now I say this with me having to do 4'x8' sheets... Call me crazy but all I could think about was why wouldn't I use a vacuum cleaner. Even have the handheld attachment driven by the vacuum for smaller projects.. Alter it if needed or maybe the nylon be stiff enough idk?? I would think it'd keep the mess to a minimum. . It'll be fine dust so have to watch the filter. I know I'm gonna try a vacuum cleaner set the brissles low and weight it down if need be. Well there's a little peak inside this crackpipe head of mine. Just thinking outside the box and thought I'd throw it out there. Now I can't imagine me being the only one that's thot of this so if there's a reason it's a dumb idea or it's already used I can handle constructive criticism no worries. Thanks and appreciate ya...

[@JohnnyBGood-bl9tx]

Thank you for the videos. Do you ever use a wood conditioner before staining?

[@thomasclarke8220]

Great video! So far I have not been able to locate online the nylon brushes used with a drill. The cup type are out there but I'm not seeing the flap type anywhere, Amazon etc. Could you give me the spelling of the manufacturer and perhaps where you got yours? Thanks.

[@nathanreetz4560]

I know this is the topic of next video, but I'm in a project and a bit stuck. Been using the minwax water based wood stain (navy blue) and following the same technique I've seen others and yourself do on your previous video but as soon as the stain touches the wood the whole thing goes almost entirely black and you not only can't see the blue, but also can't really see the grain pattern anymore either. I was stuck before on not getting grain patterns and this video helped me realize I was using the wrong type of brush (nylon instead of brass). Keep up the quality content!

[@InspireWoodcraft]

Hmm... That’s a tough one. The only think I can think of is that it isn’t brushed back deep enough.

[@nathanreetz4560]

Inspire Woodcraft looking at the examples from this video, I'd say your assumption is correct. I got some nylon wire discs (80 grit) from harbor freight and it just doesn't pull back the char as well as what you did in the video. If I put some force behind it it will eventually dig it up, but take all the color off and not just from the spring wood. Besides being a full disc rather than a paddle they are identical to the ones you demoed here. I wouldn't have thought it'd make a difference but maybe it does?

[@johnsnow2650]

Will I be able to get the same pattern effect with torching mahogany wood ? Thinking about building a lightly burnt charred guitar body

[@jw4321]

Wonderful description and demo!

[@NickConteSC]

You have introduced me into a new world of woodcraft. Thank you and your detailed explanations are superb! Start a wood class on the side sir as you are a great instructor!

[@alphacat4927]

I hate it when I find bad ass youtubers and then look and they don't do videos very often.......... good job on showing us how to do this dude thanks.

[@tatiananaugolnykh]

COULD YOU PLEASE ADVISE ON HOW TO GET A DARK NAVY STAIN ON SHOU SUGI BAN AND BEST WAY TO SEAL IT FOR A FENCE??? LOVE YOURS IN THE BEGINNING OF THE VIDEO !!! THANK YOU VERY MUCH !!!

[@anthonythompson3486]

Is it possible do repeat this process twice? Example- burn and brush then burn and brush again?

[@Ty-bz7zx]

I do lots of woodwork with lightly burned wood, I don't understand why so many people do a deep burn then brush it all off. Just do a light burn and done... same result less work. Unless your going for a textured surface with deep relief. With that said... Great video =)

[@davidmizak4642]

This is really interesting material. I appreciate the effort you put into providing it. Many thanks!

[@ВиталийПавлов-ж7л7н]

Thanks a lot . We're good job. Respect from Russia

[@michaelhinchey]

If the wood is already painted will this work if I sand it down but don't get all the paint off? Also how can I protect the wood for out side?

[@pkxl5459]

Is it a good idea to burn the wood before assembly or after the project is done?

[@AaronWeber-y9q]

Hey brother, Aaron here with we er woodcraft. I really appreciate your videos! I have a question for you about burning large boards in the rain with my torch (aka roofing torch). I’m up against a deadline and it’s a steady rain. But my boards are prepared and ready, the. I can move back in shop. It’s 1x12x12 pine and I’m worried about it warping more than it did already with the cold moving in. Thanks for any advice in advance. I’m just learning how to communicate with others like us on here. I got some stuff I’d love to show you I did after your brush videos and then all my test results. Pretty cool my friend

[@jb_90265]

i'm digging that makita brush sander / planer ( may be a little too aggressive ) ! great video !!

[@cweasel00]

What type of wood are you using in this video? Thank you…

[@glorita8988]

Awesome!! An excellent teacher makes and excellent student. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@1Tibs1]

I love Porter Cable, reliable to this day for me.

[@garycrawford4776]

What particular color dye was used to create the blue board at the beginning?

[@smorris2993]

Hey brother. Thanks for the videos. I’m currently in the process of building a whiskey/cigar lounge in my house. I’m building a 14 foot long bar out of 16’ pine 2x6 planks. If I use KD wood…. Would you see any problems using your methods for my project? I really like the look. I’m going to be staining the wood a dark’ish brown. Thanks again!

[@TheSMEAC]

Thanks brother; I’m actually gonna go after some of my practice dovetail boxes with this. I’m thinking it may be a great way to turn some otherwise blah looking pieces I only built in pine in order to get some reps in on my dovetail, hand routed slots, lid trimming, and hand toting mortise hinges... it may be just the trick to turn my cheap practice reps into decent gifts/better looking storage. I’ll DM you a few before and afters and maybe it’ll prove to be a good suggestion for you to use going forward... all us noobs have our lineup of firsts for every joint we’ve cut; I’m sure you still have yours. Why not combine the “practice” -B

[@skooterbob]

Have you tried a roofing torch to burn wood? They are amazing for larger pieces of lumber.

[@austinevans9826]

Do you sand it after your done? And do you put a natural stain on it after you do that as well?

[@thaddeuscorea]

How about a pool cleaning brush for outdoor fence planks?? I have a nylon and a steel.

[@joebifano1614]

What is the thinnest wood you can use to get this to work. I see you might have used 1/4 anything less?

[@rickprocure6321]

What is the thinnest wood you can burn? Can you do this on plywood thin?

[@bigmarkymark9669]

So I have an oak board in trying to get the original grain color to pop back out .. right now it's very dull color. I have sanded it and brushes it but not with stainless steel. Please help me to figure out how to bring back the color more...just keep scraping?