Ralph's Hardwood Floors
A Rich Tradition of Beautiful Results
Continuing the Rich Tradition of Hardwood Floors
Serving Northeast and Central Wisconsin since 1965
Ash
- Description:
- Heartwood is light tan to dark brown; sapwood is creamy white. The grain is more bold than oak.
- Light Sensitivity:
- Ambers over time.
- Size and Grade Availability:
- Standard widths are 2 1/4, 3 1/4" in a select or common grade. It is also available in a random width plank in a select or rustic grade. Expect large color variations in all grades.
- Comments:
- May be difficult to stain to darker colors. Works well with hickory cabinets because of similar colors.
- Hardness (Janka):
- 1320 (2% harder than Northern Red Oak).
- Dimensional Stability:
- Above average (9% more stable than Northern Red Oak).
- Origin:
- Northern Wisconsin