{"title":"European Ash","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEuropean Ash Hardwood Planks\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEuropean Ash (\u003cem\u003eFraxinus excelsior\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of Britain and Europe's most beloved native hardwoods, known for its pale creamy-white to light brown colour, bold straight grain, and exceptional toughness. A timber with deep roots in British craftsmanship, European Ash has been used for centuries in furniture, tool handles, and traditional joinery — and remains as popular as ever today.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour: Creamy white to pale brown, often with a subtle olive tinge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrain: Straight and pronounced with a coarse, open texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: Hard and tough — outstanding flexibility and shock resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorkability: Excellent — easy to work, steam bend, and finish to a high standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFurniture and cabinetry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardwood flooring and staircases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTool handles, sports equipment, and oars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional joinery and architectural woodwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEuropean Ash from The Wood Room is a premium British and European hardwood with a proud heritage. Browse our planks and bring the strength and beauty of this classic timber to your next project.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1044\/1110\/3577\/collections\/elm_da17ada1-7101-446d-8b2c-dbbe577dda67.jpg?v=1779744639","url":"https:\/\/woodroom.co.uk\/collections\/european-ash.oembed","provider":"The Wood Room","version":"1.0","type":"link"}