On Sun, 31 Oct 2004 12:49:44 -0500, "Mark Hopkins"
wrote:

"Never Enough Money" wrote in message
. com...
I want to build a low table just under one of my windows. The window
is the sunniest one in the house. I'm concerned about the sun fading
the wood... and Colorado sun is merciless.

What would be a good choice of wood and finish for this? I might even
put some UV protective glass on the top.

I happen to have some hard maple, lyptus, and zerba wood already in my
shop, not that I would not go out and buy something else....like
walnut....

What say y'all?

Maple has my vote.


Just don't try dyeing it. Dyes will fade in sunlight, linseed oil will
yellow -- tung oil or other finishes are probably your best bet.