Exterior Cladding
Discover the beauty of Sugi in a trusted and certified cladding system. Designed specifically for New Zealand's climate, our cladding combines traditional Japanese craftsmanship with contemporary architectural design.
A certified cladding system you can trust. Simple to specify and efficient to install.
Sugi Exterior Cladding is a fully certified cladding system, engineered for New Zealand conditions and backed by the assurance architects and builders need. It pairs the quiet beauty of Japanese timber with the performance of a tested, specified system — a genuine point of difference for projects where both craft and compliance matter.
Designed to be easy to specify and efficient to install, the system takes the guesswork out of detailing and fixing. Choose from a considered range of profiles — from clean vertical shiplap to characterful bevelback — to suit any architectural language, each supplied with full technical drawings and installation guidance.
At its heart is sustainable Japanese timber. For centuries, Japan has managed its forests and timber sector with a patience few countries can match — selecting, growing and harvesting with the next generation in mind. The result is a renewable, responsibly sourced material with a depth of grain and character that only time can produce.
Profiles
Timber Species
Sugi
Japanese Cedar
Hinoki
Japanese Cypress
Todomatsu
White Fir
Finishes
Yakisugi – Charred cedar
Dento
Charred + Oiled
Makkuro
Charred + Brushed + Oiled
Wabi Sabi - Clear
Charred + Heavy Brush + Oiled
Wabi Sabi - Teak
Charred + Heavy Brush + Oiled
Wabi Sabi - Slate
Charred + Heavy Brush + Oiled
Wabi Sabi - Platinum
Charred + Heavy Brush + Oiled
Wabi Sabi - Dune
Charred + Heavy Brush + Oiled
Wabi Sabi - Driftwood
Charred + Heavy Brush + Oiled
Wabi Sabi - Moetapu
Charred + Heavy Brush + Oiled
Timber + Colour Oil
Clear
Cedar + Colour Oil
Moetapu
Cedar + Colour Oil
Walnut
Cedar + Colour Oil
Driftwood
Cedar + Colour Oil
Teak
Cedar + Colour Oil
Slate
Cedar + Colour Oil
Platinum
Cedar + Colour Oil
Dune
Cedar + Colour Oil
Resources
- Timber Specification Sheet – Japanese CedarPDF
- Timber Specification Sheet – Japanese CypressPDF
- Finishes & Colours – Dryden WoodOilPDF
- Durability Report – SCIONPDF
- Producer Statement – SUGi TimberPDF
- Warranty – SUGi TimberPDF
- Handling & Storage Guide – WeatherboardsPDF
Profile Drawings
What timber is SUGi exterior cladding made from?
Our cladding is milled from sustainably grown Japanese cedar (sugi) and cypress (hinoki) — species naturally suited to exterior use for their stability, light weight and inherent durability.
Does SUGi cladding need to be coated?
It is supplied for oiled or stained finishes. We recommend pre-coating all faces, ends and cut edges before fixing — see the Finishes & Colours guide and the relevant specification sheet.
How durable is the timber in New Zealand conditions?
SUGi timber meets NZBC B2 durability requirements, with independent testing by SCION supporting a service life of not less than 15 years in NZ environments when installed and maintained as specified.
Can I let the cladding weather naturally?
Yes — left uncoated it will silver off over time. For a stable colour, an oil or stain is recommended and will need periodic recoating.
What cladding profiles are available?
We offer vertical and horizontal shiplap, bevel-back weatherboard and charred (Yakisugi) options. See each profile’s specification sheet for cover, fixing and dimensions.
A Generational Approach to Forest Management
Nearly 70% of Japan is covered in forest — a testament to a culture that understands sustainability and places a high value on its natural resources.
Careful Cultivation
For centuries Japan has managed its forests with patience — selecting, growing and harvesting with the next generation in mind. The result is a renewable, responsibly sourced material with a depth of grain and character that only time can produce.
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