What is Ash wood?
In North America there are two primary types of Ash trees: White and Black. White Ash wood is clear white to pale yellow sapwood with straight grains, open pores and is hard with no distinctive taste or odor. It is tough yet elastic with high shock resistance and excellent steam bending characteristics. Black Ash is more consistent pale brown or tan color and a little softer. Ash finishes relatively easily and takes a beautiful stain. It can be stained to look like oak as the grain pattern of the two woods is similar.
