Ash Wood

Ashwood is a hardwood native to eastern and central North America. It’s known for its strength, durability, stability, and shock resistance. The color of Ashwood ranges from beige to light brown, and it typically has a straight and regular grain.

Despite being a hardwood, Ashwood is relatively light, which makes it a popular choice for many applications. It’s easy to work with and finishes well, responding positively to steam bending. It’s also known to absorb paint and stains well due to its large porous structure.

However, Ashwood is not naturally rot-resistant and tends to deteriorate with constant exposure to moisture and weather, making it unsuitable for outdoor use. Its Janka hardness is moderate, which means it holds nails, screws, paint, and polish well.

Ashwood is widely used in making furniture, flooring, doors, cabinetry, architectural molding, millwork, tool handles, and sports parts. It’s particularly suitable for indoor applications where durability and aesthetics are important. Despite its limitations, Ashwood is widely available, affordable, and easy to maintain, making it a popular choice for many woodworking projects.