{"product_id":"quarter-sawn-ash-lumber","title":"Quarter-Sawn Ash Lumber","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUpgrade your woodworking projects with the refined elegance and unmatched structural integrity of Quarter-Sawn Ash.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike traditional plain-sawn lumber, quarter-sawn ash is produced by first quartering the log and then cutting perpendicular to the annual growth rings (at a 60- to 90-degree angle). This specialized technique yields a remarkably uniform vertical grain structure with dramatic visual appeal, often revealing signature ribbon-like flecking and tight, linear grain patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond its striking aesthetic, quarter sawn ash is renowned for its superior technical performance. Because the growth rings run perpendicular to the face of the board, seasonal movement—such as expansion and contraction from humidity changes—is reduced by up to 50% compared to flat-sawn alternatives. This makes quarter-sawn ash exceptionally resistant to cupping, twisting, checking, and warping over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMilled from top-tier Select \u0026amp; Better grade timber, each board offers a clean, consistent appearance largely free of heavy knots, sapwood discoloration, or mineral streaks. Arriving kiln-dried and raw\/unfinished, it accepts stains, oils, and clear coats evenly, allowing you to tailor the final finish to perfectly match your design vision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWood Species: \u003c\/strong\u003eAmerican White Ash (Fraxinus americana)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Technique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quarter Sawn for enhanced stability and straight grain orientation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Select \u0026amp; Better (clean face, uniform tone, minimal character defects)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrying Process: \u003c\/strong\u003eKiln-dried for optimal moisture content and durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish: \u003c\/strong\u003eUnfinished solid wood, ready for custom staining, oiling, or sealing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal Applications:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine furniture, custom cabinetry, architectural millwork, floating shelves, instrument components, and specialized woodworking projects\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Woodpeckers","offers":[{"title":"3\/4\" x 5\" x 48\"","offer_id":44765904863291,"sku":"ASHQS75X5X48","price":26.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/6652\/2939\/files\/QSASH10BF_01.jpg?v=1793044009","url":"https:\/\/woodpeck.com\/products\/quarter-sawn-ash-lumber","provider":"Woodpeckers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}