Hardwood

White Ash

White Ash, scientifically known as Fraxinus americana, is a symbol of quality and reliability. This wood is meticulously sourced from North American forests renowned for their optimal growth conditions and outstanding technical attributes.

White Ash is highly regarded for its remarkable strength, appealing grain pattern, and versatility. White Ash’s shock resistance makes it an ideal choice for sports equipment such as baseball bats, hockey sticks and a wide range of other applications. These include solid furniture, and architectural projects.

Hardwood

White Ash Facts

  • Common Name(s) White Ash, American White Ash
  • Scientific Name Fraxinus americana
  • Distribution Eastern North America
  • Tree Size 65-100 ft (20-30 m) tall, 2-5 ft (.6-1.5 m) trunk diameter
  • Janka Hardness According to the Janka hardness scale, White Ash has a rating of approximately 1320 lbf (pounds-force). Its exceptional hardness ensures it can withstand wear and impact.
  • Average Dried Weight 42 lbs/ft3 (675 kg/m3)
  • Pricing/Availability Ash is among the least expensive utility hardwood available domestically; it should compare similarly to oak in terms of price.
  • Color/Appearance The white ash is a light to medium brown color. It is very wide, and tends to be a beige or light brown; not always clearly or sharply demarcated from hardwood.
  • Workability Produces good results with hand or machine tools. Responds well to steam bending. Glues, stains, and finishes well.

White Ashs
Applications

It is one of the most commonly used hardwoods for tool handles in North America, along with hickory (Carya spp. ), particularly in shovels and hammers where it is important to have a high degree of shock resistance.

  • Flooring
  • Structural Framing
  • Furniture
  • Boxes / Crates
  • Baseball Bats
  • Tools Handles

Our wide range of Products:

Since its inception, Sumanglam Wood’s primary focus has been sourcing top-quality timber. In the early 1990s, we expanded our operations to include timber imports from various global regions, including New Zealand, Australia, Canada, Ecuador, Colombia, Ghana, Nigeria, Tanzania, and Malaysia, among others.

We also set up a network of warehouses after establishing our manufacturing facility in Gujarat. Our strategically located warehouses facilitate the trade of a wide range of products, including plywood, doors, and shutters. The success of our company can be attributed to its ability to establish itself as a niche player in the wholesale timber market of India within a relatively short period of time. We developed an extensive customer base by establishing wholesale units and establishing partnerships in five major Indian cities, serving wholesalers as well as leading developers in the country.

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