The Naguri process using Chona is now being adopted as a design material.
There are two types of Naguri, Yama-naguri and Kesho-naguri.
Yama-naguri: This is a process that was originally applied to felled trees before they were taken out of the mountains. The bark, white logs, and other excess parts of the log were cut off. (e.g. gateposts, hut beams).
Kesho-naguri: Lumber that has been sawn into squares or planks and then the surface is sanded (floor poles, floor stile and rail, drop wall, waist board, gate, wet edge, etc.)
Traditional surface treatment is done by hand. If the technique is inexperienced, the surface of the wood will become back-grained and crusty. Craftsmanship is required for this process.
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The Naguri process using Chona is being adopted as a design material.
