I’m currently building the reception desk for my small business and I’m not sure how to proceed. I’ve burnt the wood, applied Makers Brand Simple finish and I LOVE the way it looks. Thing is the simple finish only really brought out the contrast but doesn’t protect the work I’ve done from being wiped off with everyday contact. What would be the best option for applying a sealer or polyurethane of sorts, but not changing the color at all and to keep it absolutely flat. Gloss would make it look too modern and would take away its natural distressed appearance.
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A brush on satin poly?
If the surface will see a lot of use a poly will be your more readily available scratch resistant top coat. Other two part finishes are best done if you have the setup to do so. Most non-professionals do not have these sorts of rigs. If poly does not appeal to you, a local cabinet shop may be willing to shoot it for you.
Thanks everyone. Poly has always changed the wood color for me, even if just slightly. The cabinet shop is a terrific idea!
Oil based poly will change the wood color. But water based poly is the clearest finish you can apply.
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