are you planning on filling in above the left han d side of the fridge as well. The other cladding worked well because the beams were running in a different direction. Above the fridge and to the left you will have to cut in around the white beams which should still look great. Other option is just plain white with white beams a bit like the photo cheers

Look at 'Iron Ash'. Its a treated version of what you're after. Don't know anything about it but seen it recently on the web. Overall avoid Merbau as mentioned above, as well as being an imported 'sustainably' managed timber.... Use local product's when available as they're manufacturered to high standard's, supporting local job's, companies must meet tight regulation's, etc. unlike other countries....

Delta Millworks in Texas has a really great selection. I'm quite partial to their gator texture. https://deltamillworks.com/collections/shou-sugi-ban/ Yes, it's more expensive due to the added labor costs to control burn the wood, but it's such a unique look and has numerous benefits (termites and pests don't like eating burnt wood, burnt wood is harder to catch fire again, etc), but the main benefit is the unique aesthetic. It truly is a special material. Reach out to Delta and ask for some samples!

Hi Blake, Timber can be a very good choice in exposed seaside areas. You are right it will still require maintenance. I will leave the question of type of timber to the experts, I would also have to do my research to understand this one. Find a good timber supplier or a few and shot these questions to them, you will soon find out who knows their stuff and who is just selling. One pointer that I would give for a sealer is lanotec. It which is lanolin base timber sealer which still allows the timber to grey off and still seal the timber. There maybe other brand of this type of sealer out there these day, I used this many years ago now on a project close to Sydney harbour. An absolute must is the use of Stainless Steel fixings and any accessory. Hope this help in some way.