Ash wood is known for its toughness, where the growth ring width plays an important role. It is sometimes wrongly thought that brown ash wood is less tough than white ash wood. In reality, ash wood with wide growth rings, which comes from fast-growing trees, is much stronger and tougher than ash wood with narrow growth rings. This ring-pore wood type therefore offers excellent durability and robustness.
Both the European and American varieties of ash wood share similar properties and applications. However, the American ash wood may show some brown markings after planing, although this is not visible on the rough surface. Japanese ash wood, also known as Tamo, has a lighter weight and a browner shade.
At Boogaerdt Hout we supply high-quality ash wood for various applications. Whether you are looking for ash wood for furniture, floors, stairs, or other construction purposes, we offer the best quality and service. Contact us today to discuss the possibilities and benefit from the benefits of ash wood in your project.
| Name | Ash wood |
| Growth area | Europe, North America, Japan |
| Botanical name | Fraxinus spp. |
| Usage class | 3 (CEN/TS 13307-2: 2009) |
| Durability class | 3 |
| Strength class | C18 – C24 (medium to high strength) |
| Artificially dried | Yes |
| Voluminous mass | 600 – 800 kg/m3 |
| Suitable for | Furniture, floors, stairs, doors, window frames, veneer |
| To edit | With both hand tools and machine tools. It is easy to saw, plan, drill, mill and sand. |
Ash wood responds effortlessly to sawing, planing, drilling, milling and sanding. The wood is easy to saw without splintering easily. Planing results in a smooth surface, while drilling and milling allow detailed machining. Sanding ensures a silky smooth finish. Ash wood absorbs finishes, such as stains, lacquers and oils, beautifully. This allows you to adjust the wood to your desired look and style.
At Boogaerdt Hout we offer Ash wood in various qualities, the wood may contain a brown core. Our ash wood products are sold in varying widths, giving you flexibility in choosing the desired width size. Finger-jointed and laminated frame wood is also possible. You will find this in the second table. You can also contact us for FSC®-certified or PEFC-certified ash wood, which comes from sustainably managed forests. Discover the possibilities of our high-quality ash wood and contact us today.
| Width (mm) | Length (cm) | |
|---|---|---|
| 26mm (thickness) | 130 and wider | 185 to 490 |
| 33mm (thickness) | 130 and wider | 185 to 490 |
| 40mm (thickness) | 130 and wider | 185 to 490 |
| 52mm (thickness) | 130 and wider | 185 to 490 |
| 65mm (thickness) | 130 and wider | 185 to 490 |
| 80mm (thickness) | 130 and wider | 185 to 490 |
| Thickness (mm) | Width (mm) | Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| 63 | 145 | 600 |
| 72 | 120 and 145 | 600 |
| 96 | 120 and 145 | 600 |
Because of its excellent toughness and strength, ash wood is often used for furniture, floors, stairs, doors, window frames and veneers. It provides a solid foundation for durable and aesthetically pleasing constructions. In addition, ash wood is easy to work with, making it ideal for woodworking projects. With its natural beauty and possibilities for finishes such as stains and lacquers, ash wood adds timeless elegance to any interior or craft masterpiece. Get in touch.
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