"Saxman" wrote in message

We have tried many
things,but the summer sun makes them yellow and peal.
Was it very loud when it pealed?

The first sealer
was a varathan product that worked very well for the first 20 years{it
is hung in the garage over the winter}but like all paint type
products,none are as good as they used to be.Any help would be
appreciated.

Varnish type finishes will peel after while. Use something like Penofin oil
every couple of years. Has UV protectors to help keep the natural color
too. www.penofin.com