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Ash FSC

Ash FSC



North American White Ash FAS & FAS 1 FACE SE Kiln Dried

Latin Name : Fraximus Americana 

Northern Ash, also known as 'Tough Ash' is pale cream to greyish brown in colour, generally straight grained, with a coarse but even texture.  It is appropriate for applications where strength is a requirement.  Available in other grades, e.g. Common & Selects.  FSC stock available on request.

UsesSpecificationSizes mm  S/E K/D FAS
Traditionally used for sports
equipment and striking
handles, it is increasingly
used for joinery, furniture,
shopfitting panelling &
flooring.

Average length 8'
Range 6' to 15'

Average width 7"
Range 4" to 12"

25mm
32mm
38mm
50mm
63mm
75mm
100mm

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Medium

Excellent

Good

Non-Durable

670kg/m3

** For symbol explanation see 'Timber Terminology'