Ash Hardwood Sample (1/2"x3"x6")
SKU: samples-ash$8.00 ea.
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Why Choose Ash?
Ash exudes charm and sophistication with its naturally pale hue and enchanting open grain textures. Renowned among wood enthusiasts and artisans alike, it offers a winning combination of resilience, aesthetic appeal, and effortless workability, making it a prime selection for woodworking projects.
Get your hands on a wood you've never tried before! It's simple. Samples are milled on all sides to the standard size of 1/2'' X 3'' X 6'', as determined by The International Wood Collectors Society, and include the shipping cost within the 48 U.S. Each one is labeled with the botanical and common names. Use these to test finishes and stains, to compare color and grain characteristics, etc.
| Thickness | 1/2" (≈ 1/2" approx) |
| Width | 3" |
| Length | 6" |
| Grade | Samples are milled on all sides, cut square and sanded; wood is a product of nature with inconsistencies from piece to piece. Use species samples as a guide, not a perfect representation. |
Weight
3.58
lbs /Bd. Ft.
Same as red oak (3.58 /bd. ft.)
General Workability
Wood Texture
Ease of Finishing
Wood Texture
Ease of Finishing
Color Range
Light cream to light brown.
Light cream to light brown.
What's The Tree Like?
Reaches heights of 70-80 feet with a trunk diameter of 24-36". Boles are often straight and clear of branches for 30-50 feet.
Reaches heights of 70-80 feet with a trunk diameter of 24-36". Boles are often straight and clear of branches for 30-50 feet.
Other Names
American ash, Ash, Biltmore ash, Biltmore white ash, Fresno, White ash
American ash, Ash, Biltmore ash, Biltmore white ash, Fresno, White ash
Some Typical Uses
Handles, furniture, cabinets, interior joinery, sports equipment, baseball bats, auto bodies, and some musical instruments.
Handles, furniture, cabinets, interior joinery, sports equipment, baseball bats, auto bodies, and some musical instruments.
What Does The Janka Hardness Rating Mean?
The Janka hardness test is the international standard for measuring the resistance of a sample of wood to denting and wear.
It's expressed in psi, or pounds-per-square-inch. The test measures the pressure required to embed an 11.28mm (.444 in) diameter steel ball into wood to half the ball's diameter. The measurement was developed to determine whether a species is suitable for use as flooring; however, we include it here and compare it to the rating of red oak to help you make a buying choice.
There is a difference between hardness and being difficult to work with. Generally speaking, the harder the wood the easier it is to finish and polish. Harder woods create good, solid long-lasting joinery in furniture.
The hardness of wood varies with the direction of the wood grain, and varies from piece to piece. So a Janka rating is an average of numerous tests performed on all directions and numerous pieces. Use the Janka hardness rating as guide, not a definitive answer.
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Verified Buyer
LowfatZ
Colorado
I've used it in several projects
Hobbyist Woodworker
Great samples
The samples showed up fast and served their purpose for my stain tests. \n\nJust FYI, these are hard ash and not swamp ash.
Verified Buyer
LowfatZ
Colorado
I've used it in several projects
Hobbyist Woodworker
Great samples
The samples showed up fast and served their purpose for my stain tests.
Just FYI, these are hard ash and not swamp ash.
Verified Buyer
Michael
Pittsburgh
Ash sample
Ordered a small ash sample...had a guitar repair project where I just needed a very small piece of Ash to repair an existing guitar. The sample I received in the mail was delivered quickly and was a very good quality. On my next woodworking project when I do need some hardwood I will not hesitate to order from this company
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Matt
Colorado
Fast shipping and good product
I needed a small piece of Ash to fill a tremolo cavity on my guitar I am building. This was exactly what I needed. Was shipped promptly and was a lifesaver. Thanks Woodworkers Source!
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Gonzo
Colorado Rocky Mountains
Enthusiast Woodworker
Ash Hardwood Sample
The Ash sample was fine. I used it to test dye stain , grain filler and poly finish prior to finishing an Ash guitar body.
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Marc
TX
Perfect sample for my needs
I purchased this sample to test grain filling, dying, and finishing with a clear rub on poly before I attempted it on an expensive swamp ash bass guitar body. The sample was perfect for my needs.
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