A square of pale golden ash, planed smooth, its grain arching in concentric bands across the face.
  • The same square tilted at an angle, its planed face catching the light and the thin cut edge visible below.

Ash wood comes from ash trees native to the eastern and central United States. The wood is known for its strength and toughness has a generally straight grain with a coarse texture.

Composition

Ash wood

Handling Notes

  • When used in woodworking, Ash can be readily worked with either hand, power tools, or steam-bent
  • The wood's close grain gives it high nail and screw holding power

Applications in Craft

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Provenance

Professional Crafts at Haywood Community College, Clyde, North Carolina. Acquired 2024.

In Use

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