Lumber prices / White Ash
White Ash Price per Board Foot
White ash is strong, shock-resistant, and springy, which is why it makes baseball bats and tool handles. Its bold straight grain resembles oak; supply has tightened due to the emerald ash borer.
Typical price per board foot$4 – $7
TypeHardwood (Domestic)
Density (12% MC)42 lb/ft³
Weight per board foot3.5 lb
Janka hardness1,320 lbf
Common usesTool handles, baseball bats, flooring, furniture, millwork
What common boards cost
Board feet times the price per board foot. These use the $4 to $7 range above.
| Board | Board feet | Est. cost |
|---|---|---|
| 1 x 6 x 8 ft | 4.00 | $16 – $28 |
| 1 x 8 x 8 ft | 5.33 | $21 – $37 |
| 2 x 4 x 8 ft | 5.33 | $21 – $37 |
To price a full order, put $6 (or your dealer's number) into the board foot calculator and add every board to the tally.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does white ash cost per board foot?
- White Ash commonly runs about $4 to $7 per board foot at retail, with wide, thick, or figured boards costing more. This is a planning range, not a quote, so confirm with your dealer.
- How much does white ash weigh?
- About 3.5 pounds per board foot kiln-dried, based on an average density of 42 lb/ft³ at 12% moisture content. Green stock weighs more.
- Is white ash a hardwood or a softwood?
- White Ash is a hardwood (domestic), with a Janka hardness of 1,320 lbf.