Ash, American (White Ash) Characteristics: Ash is a domestic hardwood. This wood is strong and stiff, has good shock resistance and is noted for its excellent bending qualities. It is ring-porous with a distinct figure. It has a coarse and generally straight grain with an almost white sapwood and pale brown heartwood. Common Uses: Ash is great for flooring. It is also used for bats - cues - oars - handles - bent parts for boat building - plywood - furniture - veneer - joinery and paneling. Working Properties: Ash works well with hand and machine tools. It can also be brought to a fine surface finish. It glues well. Pre-boring is necessary when nailing and screwing. Common Name: Ash - American (White Ash) Tree is Native To: Ash is found throughout eastern Canada and most parts of the United States east of the Rocky Mountains. Botanical Classification: Fraxinus americana Family: Oleaceae Average Dried Weight: 41 lb/ft. Average Specific Gravity: .66