English Ash Sawn Timber

English ash is available in the following grades but please note that not all thicknesses are available in all the grades:

First Joinery

This is our standard joinery grade where only occasional knots up to 40mm diameter are accepted. The grain may be slightly angled and some colour variation is likely. Larger knots and defects will be measured out. Centre splits are accepted but a suitable reduction in measure will be applied. Accepted: Grain deviation, occasional knots up to 40mm, olive colouring. Other isolated defects if measured out. Not accepted: Curly grain, rot, bark pockets, excessive worm attack.

Second framing

This grade is suitable for the frames of covered furniture where strength is more important than visual appeal. Knots and defects are accepted providing there is a good proportion of cutting available. Centre splits are accepted but a suitable reduction in measure will be applied. Accepted: All knots and defects. Not accepted: Rot, excessive worm attack.

Emerald Ash Borer feeds on the cambium layer between the bark and sapwood. This usually does not affect the heartwood.

Stainless steel nails, Pre-drill boards to avoid splitting.

Euroclass F (Untested). D-s2, d0

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