Add Ash to your Order Product Description: Ash Timber Our live edge timbers can be cut down to square edge, select this option in the drop-down above. Do call us or get in touch on our Contact Us page and speak to our passionate team if you have any queries. Overview Sourced from the temperate regions of North America and Europe, Ash is esteemed for its resilience and elastic properties. Boasting shades from pale yellow to deeper brown, this hardwood gracefully amalgamates function with striking beauty. Recognised for its straight grain and toughness, Ash is a prime choice for sporting goods, furniture, and intricate carpentry. Appearance Board Edges: Available in Live Edge, Waney Edge or Square Edge. Colour & Grain: Ash unfolds a spectrum from a gentle yellow to rich browns. With a primarily straight grain, it presents a sophisticated and uninterrupted facade. Patterns: Whilst largely consistent, it might occasionally present intriguing patterns, enhancing its natural magnetism. Special Note: Ash’s neutral undertones make it exceptionally suitable for a wide array of stains and finishes, facilitating diverse aesthetic ventures. For those seeking a fusion of durability and classic allure, Timber Lot’s Ash Timber stands as an impeccable selection. Technical Specification Common Name: Typically referred to as Ash. Family: Oleaceae Genus: Fraxinus Measurement Details: Supplied in cubic metres (M3) (1M3 is tantamount to 35.315 Ft3.) Weight (Kiln Dried): 670 KG/M3. Format: Waney edge sawn boards or straight edge sawn boards. Width: Plank widths begin at 150mm, potentially beyond 250mm – call us if you have specific requirements. Uses of Ash Sporting Goods: Ash’s elasticity and strength render it ideal for crafting sports equipment, notably baseball bats. Furniture Crafting: Its remarkable grain and durability make it a sought-after choice for various furniture designs. Joinery: Because of its cooperative nature, it is favoured for intricate joinery tasks. Veneer Production: The timber’s unblemished appearance and grain consistency position it as a top pick for veneer applications. Tool Handles: Given its strength and shock resistance, it is regularly employed in creating robust tool handles. Flooring: Its enduring nature, combined with visual appeal, marks itas an excellent flooring material. Characteristics of Ash Colour: Ranging from light yellows to deep browns, it captures the essence of organic warmth. Grain: Distinguished by a principally straight grain, it ensures a refined, cohesive appearance. Durability: Known as a hard timber, highly durable, it’s perfect for high impact applications. Workability: Artisans value Ash for its malleability, streamlining operations such as carving, bending, and finishing. Finishing: The wood’s neutral palette offers an accommodating foundation, welcoming varied tints and finishes. Texture: A defining feature is its smooth touch, occasionally accentuated by subtle patterns or unique grain variations. Further details about our Grades can be found here.
