Flame meeting timber during production at the Inflamed factory in Kaunas

MANUFACTURED IN KAUNAS, LITHUANIA

How We Manufacture Shou Sugi Ban Timber

From the first project specification to the final packed order, every stage is shaped by the timber, finish and architectural purpose. See how Inflamed burns, brushes, finishes and prepares charred timber for projects across Europe and around the world.

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FROM TIMBER TO FINISHED SURFACE

Manufacturing built around the project

Inflamed charred timber manufacturing in Kaunas

Inflamed is a specialist charred timber manufacturer based in Kaunas. We work with architects, contractors, designers and private clients to turn a material specification into a finished order prepared for its intended application.

Species, surface treatment, profile, dimensions, board lengths and quantity are established before production. The timber then moves through a controlled sequence of charring, optional brushing, finishing, inspection and packaging.

Because timber is a natural material, variation is part of its character. Our role is to manage the production process carefully while preserving the texture and individuality of every board.

Direct manufacturer
Project-specific production
Physical samples available
Delivery across Europe and worldwide

THE MANUFACTURING JOURNEY

From specification to packed order

Follow the stages used to translate architectural timber requirements into a finished order. Select any numbered stage, or move through the process by scrolling.

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Inflamed factory workshop during charred timber production

01 · SPECIFICATION

Every order begins with its purpose

Before manufacturing begins, we establish how and where the timber will be used. The application influences the choice of species, finish, profile, dimensions, board lengths and quantity.

Application
Project location
Preferred timber species
Preferred finish
Profile
Board width and thickness
Required lengths
Approximate quantity in m²
Target order date
Drawings or schedules
Reference photographs
Delivery location

If the complete specification has not yet been decided, our team can help identify suitable samples and discuss the available options.

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Close view of timber boards showing grain and natural surface variation

02 · TIMBER PREPARATION

Selecting the material for the required finish

The species determines more than appearance. Grain, density, natural variation and board dimensions all influence how the timber responds to charring, brushing and finishing.

Spruce

A versatile softwood with a clear grain and a broad range of brushed finish possibilities.

Larch

A denser, resinous species with pronounced natural character.

Japanese Cedar

Traditionally associated with Yakisugi and valued for its distinctive texture.

Accoya®

A modified timber selected for projects requiring high dimensional stability.

Reclaimed timber is handled as a separate material category because every batch has its own dimensions, history, surface and availability.

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Timber boards passing through flame during charring at the Inflamed factory

03 · CHARRING

The moment fire transforms the surface

The boards pass through Inflamed’s charring process, where the exposed timber surface is burned to create the required char. The response varies according to species, grain, moisture, board geometry and the intended finish.

The process is monitored to produce the surface required for the order rather than treating every species and finish identically.

The exact production settings are controlled by the factory team and adapted to the timber and finish.

Charred timber boards passing through industrial brushing equipment at the Inflamed factory

04 · BRUSHING

Revealing the grain beneath the char

Where the selected finish requires brushing, the boards pass through industrial brushing equipment that removes the appropriate amount of surface char and exposes the grain beneath.

The character of the brushed surface depends on the timber species and the intended finish. This is why sample approval is important before a project order is confirmed.

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Oil being applied to timber with rollers at the Inflamed factory

05 · FINISHING

Colour, protection and surface character

After charring and brushing, the specified finish is applied according to the selected product. The treatment enriches the colour, highlights the grain and prepares the visible surface for its intended use.

The number of coats and maintenance requirements depend on the selected species, finish and project specification.

Colours shown on screen are indicative. Timber grain, lighting and natural variation affect the final appearance. Physical samples should be approved before ordering.

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06 · PROFILE AND DIMENSIONS

Prepared for the intended installation

Every order must be aligned with the chosen application and installation build-up. Profile, board dimensions, effective cover and required lengths should be confirmed before production.

Half-lap profile

Recommended for many cladding projects, providing a clean overlapping arrangement.

PAR profile

For suitable open-joint designs with the appropriate build-up and membrane.

Full tongue-and-groove

Available on request where the project specifically requires it.

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Close detail of finished charred timber surfaces for visual inspection

07 · INSPECTION

Checked before the order leaves the factory

Charred timber retains natural differences in grain and surface character. Inspection is focused on ensuring that the order corresponds with the confirmed species, finish, dimensions and general visual direction while respecting the natural variation of timber.

Correct timber species
Selected finish
Profile and dimensions
Board lengths
Surface treatment
Visible damage
Quantity
Order identification

Natural timber variation is not treated as a defect. Samples establish the intended finish range rather than guaranteeing that every board will look identical.

A completed Inflamed timber order protected in a timber shipping crate

08 · PACKAGING

Prepared for handling and transport

Once inspected, the order is grouped, identified and packed for transport. Packaging requirements depend on the quantity, board lengths, destination and chosen delivery method.

Customer or project reference
Product and finish
Profile and dimensions
Quantities
Package count
Delivery destination

TWO SURFACE DIRECTIONS

From the same flame, two distinct expressions

KAEN

Deep char, preserved

For KAEN finishes, the pronounced carbon surface remains the defining visual feature. The result is a deep, tactile texture with strong light and shadow.

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KIME

Charred, brushed and refined

For KIME finishes, the charred surface is brushed to reveal more of the natural timber grain. Colour and oil treatment are then used to create the specified final expression.

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FROM KAUNAS TO THE PROJECT

Delivered across Europe and around the world

Inflamed manufactures in Kaunas and arranges project deliveries throughout Europe and beyond. Transport is assessed according to the destination, order volume, package dimensions, longest board length, site access and unloading requirements.

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FACTORY CAPABILITIES

Specialist production for architectural timber

For large-volume, unusual or technically specific orders, send the project requirements so the factory team can confirm feasibility.

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Timber surface charring
Deep-char KAEN finishes
Brushed KIME finishes
Industrial surface brushing
Colour and oil application
Project-specific dimensions and profiles
Visual inspection
Order identification
Packaging
European and worldwide delivery arrangements

Several finished charred timber boards showing natural variation

A NATURAL MATERIAL

Consistency without erasing character

No two timber boards are identical. Grain, knots, density and the way each surface responds to fire create natural variation throughout an order.

Manufacturing establishes a controlled finish direction, but it does not turn timber into a printed surface. This variation is part of the depth and character that architects and clients choose charred timber for.

Request and approve physical samples before confirming the order. Samples represent an expected visual range rather than an exact copy of every finished board.

Inflamed production worker attending to a charred timber surface

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE MATERIAL

Production depends on experienced judgement

Machines create repeatable stages, but timber still requires human attention. The Inflamed production team monitors the surface, adjusts the process for the selected material and inspects the finished order before packing.

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FACTORY GALLERY

Inside the Inflamed Factory

WORKING WITH INFLAMED

From enquiry to completed order

01
Enquiry
The customer sends project details, drawings, quantities and delivery location.
02
Material selection
Species, finish and sample requirements are discussed.
03
Quotation
The proposed product, quantity, production scope and delivery terms are documented.
04
Confirmation
Final dimensions, profile, finish, quantities and commercial terms are approved.
05
Manufacturing
The order moves through the relevant production and inspection stages.
06
Packing and delivery
The completed order is packed and dispatched under the agreed terms.

MANUFACTURING QUESTIONS

Frequently asked questions

01Where does Inflamed manufacture its charred timber?

Inflamed burns, brushes and finishes timber at its production facility in Kaunas, Lithuania.

02Is every finish manufactured in the same way?

No. The production route depends on the timber species and selected finish. KAEN retains a pronounced deep-char surface, while KIME finishes are brushed to reveal more of the timber grain before finishing.

03Can I approve a sample before ordering?

Yes. Physical samples allow you to assess the texture, colour and natural variation before confirming the project specification.

04Which timber species do you char?

The principal options include spruce, larch, Japanese Cedar and Accoya®. Reclaimed timber is handled separately because every batch is different.

05Can Inflamed manufacture project-specific profiles and dimensions?

Available profiles and dimensions depend on the selected timber and project requirements. Send the required specification so the factory team can confirm feasibility.

06Does every finished board look identical?

No. Timber is a natural material, and differences in grain, knots and density influence how each board responds to charring and finishing. Samples represent an intended visual range.

07How is quality checked?

Orders are visually checked against the confirmed species, finish, profile, dimensions, board lengths, quantities and general surface direction before packaging.

08Can you manufacture large project orders?

Inflamed can assess large and technically specific enquiries. Send the approximate quantity, dimensions, required lengths, finish, application and target date so production feasibility can be confirmed.

09Where do you deliver?

Inflamed arranges deliveries across Europe and can assess enquiries from destinations around the world. Delivery is quoted according to the order and destination.

10What information should I send for a quotation?

Provide the application, project location, species, preferred finish, profile, dimensions, required lengths, approximate quantity, target date and any available drawings or schedules.

Completed architectural project using Inflamed charred timber

START WITH THE MATERIAL

Bring your project to the factory floor

Send us your drawings, approximate quantities or a photograph of the building. We will help you identify the timber, finish and production information needed for the next step.

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