Brown ash is a versatile material with various synonyms. Sometimes referred to as buckeye, it is a hardwood that can also be called fringe tree, Ohio buckeye, and American buckeye. Brown ash is commonly used in North America for basket weaving, furniture making, and even baseball bats. Apart from these traditional uses, brown ash has a variety of modern applications in construction, flooring, and veneering. There are also different shades and variations of brown ash that can be distinguished: from light tan to deep mahogany. Regardless of its name, though, brown ash is a durable and easy-to-work wood that has been used for centuries and will continue to have multiple purposes in the future.