Description
Roasted Ash, also known as Thermally Modified Ash, is a specially treated version of traditional ash wood (*Fraxinus spp.*). Through a high-temperature, oxygen-controlled process, the wood undergoes thermal modification, which enhances its durability, stability, and colour. This process darkens the wood, giving it a rich, chocolate-brown hue reminiscent of exotic hardwoods, while also improving its resistance to moisture, decay, and insects.
The wood retains ash’s characteristic straight grain and coarse texture, making it both visually appealing and versatile. Its improved stability minimises warping, shrinking, or swelling, making it an excellent choice for outdoor applications such as decking, siding, and furniture. It is also popular for interior uses, including flooring, cabinetry, and decorative panels, due to its elegant appearance and enhanced performance.
Roasted Ash is easy to work with using standard woodworking tools and takes finishes beautifully, though many prefer to leave it natural to showcase its rich, dark tones. As a sustainable and eco-friendly alternative to tropical hardwoods, Roasted Ash combines the natural beauty of ash with modern performance enhancements, making it a favourite among architects, designers, and woodworkers.
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