American Ash

(Fraxinus americana)
Alternate Names: White Ash
Origin: North America
Density: 670 kg/m³

American Ash is a versatile hardwood known for its light to medium brown color and attractive grain patterns. This wood is ideal for furniture, cabinetry, and is especially favored in the manufacture of baseball bats due to its strength and resilience. American Ash is appreciated for its excellent workability, taking stains and finishes well, making it a popular choice among woodworkers and craftsmen.

American Ash

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Appearance:  
- Colour: Creamy white to light brown, sometimes with a slightly pinkish hue  
- Grain: Straight and pronounced grain with occasional figuring  
- Character: Even texture with prominent growth rings  

Applications:  
- Furniture making  
- Cabinetry  
- Flooring  
- Millwork  
- Turning  
- Sporting goods  

Hardness Rating (Janka): 1,320 lbf (5,870 N)  
Modulus of Rupture: 83 MPa (12,000 psi)   

 

  • Rought Sawn American Ash Boards

    Rough sawn

    Dimensions Available:  
    25mm 38mm 50mm 75mm  

  • Dressed Boards

    Dimensions Available:  
    20mm -70mm

Below is a small selection of American Ash made available for purchase online, we have a much larger selection available instore in over 40 species. Custom sizes and machining available upon request.

Please call us to discuss your requirements on 0410 797 891.