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Light ash wood for sustainable spa wall cladding
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Materials & Technical Specifications|Fraxinus excelsior

European Ash

Dynamic Contrast and Bright Structure

European Ash fascinates with its high-contrast and dynamic pore pattern. Its exceptional elasticity combined with high strength makes it ideal for modern design demands.

Aesthetics & Character

The base color ranges from whitish-yellow to light brown, often interspersed with an irregular, dark core. Its lively and powerful grain creates a sculptural dynamic on wall surfaces and a dramatic play of light and shadow.

High-End Design Integration

Perfect for Japandi style and Scandinavian simplicity. Ash gives modernist spaces a fresh, vibrant energy and benefits particularly from indirect scattered light.

Spatial Impact

Appears modern, stimulating, and flooded with light. Ideal for minimalist designs (Japandi / Scandinavian style) and light-centric interior spaces.

Sustainability & Origin

FSC®-certified ash wood from local European mixed forests. Gently processed and naturally air-dried.

Classification & Metrics

Technical Properties

Botanical Name
Fraxinus excelsior
Wood Density
approx. 650 - 720 kg/m³
Brinell Hardness
approx. 38 N/mm²High – tough, impact-resistant, and flexural hardwood
Dimensional Stability
Good – highly elastic, requires precise engineering for large-scale installations
Tactility
Pronounced ring-porous texture, haptically strongly structured

Natural Acoustic Performance

Due to the natural fibrous structure and solid wood capacities, our hand-selected timbers absorb and diffuse sound waves softly. When combined with our profiled wave or relief geometries, they create a warm, balanced, and comforting room acoustic profile that achieves top scientific standards.

Surface Finishing & Care

Each panel is meticulously sanded by hand and finished exclusively with solvent-free, natural hard-wax oils. This preserves the tactile open-pore structure and breathability of the timber. Maintenance requires only a dry microfibre cloth or a slightly damp wipe.

Sampling & Contact

Haptic Sampling

Request a complimentary material sample kit to feel the texture, depth, and finish in your own hands.