Likely White Ash, with American Elm as an alternative
Fraxinus americana (alternative: Ulmus americana) · Hardwood
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood
- Origin
- Eastern and central North America; widely grown in the northeastern, Great Lakes, and Appalachian regions.
- Hardness
- Janka approximately 1,320 lbf — Hard.
- Durability
- Slightly Durable; limited natural resistance to decay and insects, especially outdoors.
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Grain Pattern
Mostly straight, open-grained, with prominent cathedral and swirling flatsawn figure; no distinctive figured pattern visible.
Color & Appearance
Very pale cream to light tan heartwood and nearly white sapwood, with subtle gray-brown variation and moderate luster. It may amber slightly with age and light.
Hardness (Janka)
Janka approximately 1,320 lbf — Hard.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Slightly Durable; limited natural resistance to decay and insects, especially outdoors.
Value & Age
Approximately $4–$8 per board foot for clear, kiln-dried ash; retail figured or unusually wide stock may cost more.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on grade, dimensions, condition, and local market demand.
- Wood Age Estimate
- Appears freshly surfaced and unfinished; no reliable evidence permits estimating tree or sample age.
Common Uses
Furniture, cabinetry, flooring, millwork, sports equipment, tool handles, and veneer.
Geographic Origin
Eastern and central North America; widely grown in the northeastern, Great Lakes, and Appalachian regions.
Workability
Machines, sands, glues, and finishes well, though its open pores require filling for a glass-smooth finish. Interlocked areas can tear out during planing; predrilling is useful for fasteners.
Finish Recommendations
Use sanding sealer or pore filler followed by oil, lacquer, shellac, or polyurethane; clear finishes emphasize the pale grain, while dye or stain adds contrast.
Notable Features
Lightweight for its strength, resilient, shock-resistant, and visually similar to oak but typically less tannic and more uniformly pale.
