Our choice of wood: Ash
Our furniture is crafted exclusively from British Ash, sourced from local, fully accredited sawmills that champion responsible and transparent woodland management. The Ash tree, a proud native of our woodlands, is facing a serious threat from Ash dieback, a destructive disease sweeping through the forests. As a result, many Ash trees are being felled to slow the spread, and much of this ancient wood is now sadly ending up as firewood.
Ash is a remarkable timber, known for its strength, durability, and striking grain. Its fine texture absorbs stain and finish beautifully, making it ideal for creating timeless furniture. By investing in our Ash furniture, you’re not only preserving this native wood as a lasting heirloom, but also supporting disease-resistant Ash regeneration projects, helping ensure this iconic tree remains a vital part of our woodlands for generations to come.
natural ash
A perfect finish
Every piece of our unpainted furniture is sealed and protected by a linseed-oil based oil called Rubio which is manufactured in Belgium. We chose to use Rubio as our trusted timber finish as its repairable, natural and completely free from the hazardous VOC’s so often seen in furniture finishing. Instead of using hazardous accelerators, Rubio’s linseed based oil molecularly bonds with the wood fibres in the surface of the furniture to create an exceptional protective barrier that naturally preserves the timber, beautifully guarding against spills, marks and damage.
Our Cork Story
A Matter of Balance
At Gather, we carefully consider the provenance and impact of every component we source. For our levelling solution, we explored many options but kept returning to cork—effective, renewable, and low-impact.
Harvested using centuries-old Portuguese methods, it supports local economies and preserves cultural heritage. Sourced from the cork oak tree (Quercus suber), which regenerates after harvesting, the tree remains intact, continuing to grow and absorb carbon dioxide. Cork oak forests also act as carbon sinks, absorbing significant CO₂. Harvesting cork further enhances this benefit, as the tree absorbs even more carbon while regenerating its bark.
