Ash Logs for Sale
Buy and sell White Ash and Green Ash logs in Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, and the Midwest. A premier hardwood for baseball bats, tool handles, and flooring.
White Ash vs. Green Ash
Ash is one of the most important North American hardwoods, prized for its strength, flexibility, and shock resistance. The two most commercially significant species are White Ash and Green Ash.
White Ash
- White Ash (Fraxinus americana)
- Janka hardness: 1,320 lbf
- Light cream/brown color
- Baseball bats specialty
- Premium tool handles
- Higher prices
Green Ash
- Green Ash (Fraxinus pennsylvanica)
- Janka hardness: 1,200 lbf
- Similar appearance
- More common species
- Tool handles and flooring
- Affected by EAB
Both species share excellent shock resistance and bending properties, but White Ash is preferred for professional baseball bats and premium applications.
Baseball Bats
Major league standard
Tool Handles
Axes, hammers, shovels
Hardwood Flooring
Durable, attractive grain
Furniture
Tables, chairs, cabinets
Ash Grading & Pricing
Ash prices reflect strong demand for quality logs, especially as Emerald Ash Borer reduces supply:
| Type/Grade | Min. Diameter | Typical Use | Price Range* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ash - Veneer | 16"+ | Figured veneer | $500-1,200/MBF |
| Ash - Prime | 14"+ | Bats, handles, flooring | $350-600/MBF |
| Ash - #1 | 12"+ | General lumber | $200-400/MBF |
| Ash - #2/Pallet | 10"+ | Pallets, crates | $100-200/MBF |
Frequently Asked Questions About Ash Logs
What are Ash logs worth?
White Ash sawlog prices range from $200–$500 per MBF (Doyle scale) for prime grade, $150–$300 for #1 common, and $80–$150 for pallet grade. Ash values have been impacted by the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) epidemic, which has increased supply in some regions while reducing long-term availability. Healthy, large-diameter Ash from unaffected areas commands better prices.
How has the Emerald Ash Borer affected Ash log prices?
The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) has devastated Ash populations across the eastern United States since its discovery in 2002. In heavily infested areas, the flood of salvage timber has depressed prices. However, Ash lumber demand remains steady for flooring, tool handles, and sports equipment. Landowners in affected areas should consider harvesting Ash sooner rather than later, as dead trees lose value rapidly. JMLogMarket can help you find buyers for your Ash timber.
What is Ash wood used for?
Ash wood is known for its excellent strength-to-weight ratio and shock resistance. It’s used for tool handles (axes, hammers, shovels), baseball bats, flooring, furniture, cabinet frames, and sports equipment. White Ash is the traditional wood for baseball bats (Louisville Slugger). Its straight grain and flexibility also make it suitable for bent-wood applications like snowshoes and boat frames.
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