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Clean, pale domestic alternative for furniture and utility builds.
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Wood species guide · Domestic hardwood species
Ailanthus is best understood by how it looks, how it works, and where it should be used. This guide explains the practical buying details before sending you to the right Kingma products.
Scientific nameAilanthus altissima
Janka hardness1,420 lbf
Average dried weight37.1 lb/ft³
Best fitCabinetry
Overview
Why choose Ailanthus?
Ailanthus is a domestic hardwood species. Native to China; naturalized widely around the world. Common uses include cabinetry, turned objects and pulpwood for paper.
Scientific nameAilanthus altissima
DistributionNative to China; naturalized widely around the world
ShrinkageRadial: 6.1%, Tangential: 10.8%, Volumetric: 17.1%, T/R Ratio: 1.8 More images | Identification
DurabilityNo decay data is available, but insect resistance is reported to be good.
Ailanthus colour, grain, and figure
Colour spans from light brown to pale yellow, at times with brighter olive-toned or yellowish streaks, and overall it looks like ash.
The texture is open and porous, with moderate natural luster.
Working notes
Hand and machine tools cut it easily. Turning, gluing, staining and finishing all go well.
Skin irritation has been reported from Ailanthus.
Ailanthus should be sold by project fit: colour, workability, durability, and the format the customer actually needs.
Best uses for Ailanthus
Best projects
Common uses include cabinetry, turned objects and pulpwood for paper.
Use caution
Avoid specifying it by name alone; confirm board size, moisture, colour, figure, and the project environment before buying.
Finish strategy
Test finishes on offcuts first, especially when colour, blotching, outdoor exposure, or grain filling matters.
Buying note
Choose boards, slabs, plywood, blanks, or posts based on the project rather than species name alone.
Shop path
Buying Ailanthus from Kingma
Start with the direct species match when Kingma sells it. If stock rotates, use the closest live collection or a clearly explained alternative.
Live edge slabs
Use when the customer cares more about slab format and visual impact than this exact species.
View optionSimilar woods and alternatives
If Kingma does not have an exact match online, use the buying links below as practical alternatives only when the colour, grain, hardness, or project environment makes sense.
Ailanthus FAQ
What is Ailanthus best used for?
Common uses include cabinetry, turned objects and pulpwood for paper. Match it to the exact board format, colour, hardness, and finish plan before buying.
Is Ailanthus beginner friendly?
It depends on density, grain direction, and tooling. Test cuts on offcuts first, and choose Maple, Cherry, Walnut, or Poplar when easier machining is the priority.
Does Kingma sell Ailanthus?
The buying section on this page links to any Ailanthus Kingma has in stock and to the closest alternatives. Stock changes often, so call (780) 229-7681 or visit the yard at 4607 91 Ave NW, Edmonton to check what is in today.