Swamp Ash

Swamp Ash Lumber is a domestic Ash tree that grows in swamp areas of the southern regions that is much lighter, on average between 2.5 – 2.9 pounds per board foot. Our stock is 13″ & wider which is ideal for one piece guitar body blanks. The grain and texture are the same as White Ash  with heartwood is a light brown color, though darker shades can also be seen. Sapwood can be very wide, and tends to be a beige or light brown. It is not always clearly differentiate from heartwood. This type of Ash is most commonly used for Musical Instruments like guitars for it light weight characteristic.

Swamp Ash Lumber is a common name for those who build musical instruments although it is not a specific or its own species of lumber. If your interest in more of the details on how lumber is graded you read all about it in NHLA Rules Book.

Swamp Ash Lumber

• FAS Grade
  (this is a higher grade than what is considered “musical grade” lumber)
• Straight Grain patterns
• Scientific Name: Fraxinus americana
• Kiln Dried
• Average Board Foot weight is approximately 2.8lbs per board foot
  This is an average dried weight some depending on the size and quantity of your order some pieces may weigh less and some piece may weigh more.For large orders we have set stock of 13 inches and wider available for bulk purchasing. Please contact us for a quote.For specific widths & lengths please ad sizes in order notes at checkout.

Swamp Ash Lumber Characteristics

Availability: Swamp Ash Lumber comes in narrow to wide widths ranging from 4 inches to 15 inches depending on current stock, wides boards aren’t always available as they are highly sought out. Our stocked lengths are anywhere from 4 feet to 7 feet.

Workability: Its shock resistant very workable with hand and machine tools and can be steamed bent.

Finishing: Swamp Ash Lumber is easy to sand, glue & stain.