In message , Soup
writes
Hi all.
Have bought a curtain pole (B&Q) which is untreated and very light ,
I think it is some kind of pine how should I treat this wood ? I do not
want to significantly change its colour (so painting is out). Child who's
room it is meant for is asthmatic so I don't want it to significantly ofgas.
So what would be the best system for treating this wood some sort
of low solvent clear varnish, a wax or what ?


Wax or clear varnish. Use the "quick drying interior clear satin"
version (Ronseal being the common brand).
A confusing array of varnishes in the average DIY emporium, so check the
tin carefully for quick drying (20-30mins touch dry) and WATER brush
clean up. The product in the tin is milky-white, but dries clear and
will barely alter the colour of the wood.
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Steve