- Material Type
- Hardwood
- Colour
- Cream · Pale Beige · Light Brown
- Character
- Light · Linear · Natural
- Cost Level
- €€€ · Premium
- Best Suited To
- Scandinavian · Modern · Minimal
- Natural Variation
- Medium–High

Wood · Varied origins
White Ash is a pale hardwood valued for its prominent grain, flexibility and strength. Its light colour and energetic linear pattern make it well suited to furniture, cabinetry, flooring, wall panels and contemporary architectural joinery.
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Create a free accountLight and versatile natural colour
Strong with good impact resistance
Distinctive open and linear grain
Suitable for steam bending and curved furniture
Accepts stains and finishes well
Colour and grain vary naturally
Limited resistance to prolonged moisture
Can move with changes in humidity
May yellow slightly with age and sunlight
Requires protection in wet areas
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Dust regularly with a soft cloth and clean with a lightly damp cloth when necessary. Remove spills promptly and avoid standing water, abrasive cleaners and excessive heat.
Oiled surfaces may require periodic re-oiling. Lacquered surfaces should be maintained according to the finish manufacturer’s instructions.
Allow the timber to acclimatise before installation.
Confirm moisture levels suit the intended environment.
Coordinate colour and grain direction before fabrication.
Allow for natural expansion and contraction.
Protect finished surfaces during installation.
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White Ash can support lower-impact interiors when responsibly sourced and used for a long service life. Request recognised chain-of-custody certification, verify the timber’s origin and choose repairable, low-emission finishes.