On Tue, 07 Sep 2010 19:59:04 +0000, AL_z wrote:

Has anyone got any preferences regarding a clear finish for a wooden
star rail? I made the rail from pine and stained it with "old pine"
stain. It looks rather nice, but I think some kind of final finish might
be in order.

I finished mine with clear lacquer* - I can have a look for the tin in a
bit and let you know the brand, but it might be something that's not
available in the UK. Early days yet of course, but a year later it's not
showing any signs of wear or discolouration. Stinks like hell for the
first couple of days, though.

* finish is somewhere in the middle between gloss and matte; I wanted a
bit of shine, but not *too* shiny if you see what I mean...

cheers

Jules