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I am building a mahogany bench that will always be exposed to ocean winds. What, if any, finish should I put on it for protection? Thanks. Rod
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Assuming you want a clear finish, good marine spar varnish would probably be your best choice. Find one with a UV inhibitor, since sun is the enemy here. Nuts as this sounds, consider making a cover for it. I used to laugh at the people who made little covers for the woodwork on their boats until I spent a winter making and varnishing a new tiller for my boat. When I put it on the boat, I put on a cover as well. It's in the third year with out being refinished. If you leave your bench exposed to the sun, you'll probably need to do a sand and re-varnish every year or so.
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I am building a mahogany bench that will always be exposed to ocean winds. What, if any, finish should I put on it for protection? Thanks. Rod