Shou Sugi Ban Photos Click a thumbnail to view larger. Learn more about Craftsman Mantels → massive charred timber mantel ancient wood with further distressing thru charring. top side planed. perhaps add a natural oil finish? wood mantel burned and heated till sap ran out Lightly Charred Hardwood Mantel Unfinished fire tightens cracks that then draw in. Enlarge this to Note the corbel on the left, then Ends cut to show clean grain Charred Heart Pine Mantel, Unfinished, in Candler NC retreat This is a floating mantel Return to Craftsman Mantels Contact Us