ckurak
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Joined: 2006-10-28
Location: Florida
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I am building a dry bar for a client. The counter top will have a decorative veneer pattern consisting of several different wood species. Some of these include open-grained woods like mahogany. The design will be as much of a visual show-piece, if not more, than a working counter. There will be lighting shining down from under the upper cabinets directly onto this counter. I have selected a satin finish so as to not highlight fingerprints and scratches.
I plan on finishing the top by a) sanding, b) sealing with dewaxed shellac, c) applying several coats of gloss topcoat, and d) applying a final coat of satin topcoat (with appropriate sanding in-between, of course).
My question is: What product is best suited for the topcoat in this application? I am after the highest quality available. And, I strongly prefer a water-borne product.
Also, should I consider a UV inhibitor so the natural wood colors do not fade over the years?
Thanks,
Charles
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