Ash Burl Wood
Ash burl wood is a highly sought-after, visually unique hardwood known for its distinctive swirling grain patterns and rich character. It's perfect for decorative items, furniture accents, and stunning statement pieces, offering excellent workability for crafters of all levels when handled properly. The wayward grains of burl ash wood give it a unique beauty that is fitting for the world's most exquisite decor.
The abnormality of burl, combined with the availability of ash, make this wood especially popular among woodworkers. Oak (red oak) Ash burls Poplar burl wood Maple burl wood Black ash burl wood How Do Burls Develop? Burls originate from callus tissue. Callus tissue is formed in trees in response to stress or injury, such as a disease, disease, or pruning cut.
It may also happen in response to storm damage that erodes or deposits too much soil around the tree. 10 Stunning Burl Wood Veneers That Will Transform Your Next Project - Discover Rare, One-of-a-Kind Patterns Only Nature Can Create. From Walnut to Olive Ash, elevate your designs with GL Veneer's exclusive, premium burl collection! Burl wood can form as a result of things like damage, stress to the tree, fungal infection, viral outbreak, insect infestation, or simply a genetic disorder in a tree or family of trees.
This condition causes the wood to grow irregularly and creates some pretty cool grain patterns on the interior of the wood. Ash Burl Wood Veneer Large, clean, and well-figured ash burl veneer is notoriously difficult to find. More commonly, you'll find ash burl with small dark brown knots which add a touch of "character" to the uniform creamy color.
Olive Ash burl in particular is a highly valued veneer for its unique colors and swirly grain patterns. Far and away, most commercial Olive Ash occurs as European Ash (Fraxinus excelsior) and is typically imported from Europe. Scans/Pictures: A special thanks to Steve Earis for providing the wood sample and turned photo of this wood species.
The Ash tree, especially the Green Ash, produces burl wood that is appreciated for its durability and is often used in the making of tool handles and sports equipment. These species, among others, showcase the natural beauty and uniqueness of burl wood, making them highly valuable in various woodworking and artistic works and displays. Discover Olive Ash Burl wood.
Learn about the beautiful swirling grain, high contrast, and unique olive. White Ash Burl wood veneer sheet AA quality grade. Various sizes and backers available (click options on drop down menu).
This is the real natural grown wood. Photos are representative, but exact photos can be requested. Grades are determined by several factors, but mostly by the density and coverage of the knots and swirls or darker areas.