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Originally Posted by InsideOut  The cabinets in our '64 GlobeTrotter were in great shape which necessitated minimal work. Not so with our '56 Safari cabinets which were painted and have been stripped down to the bare wood. They are birch - most are original, some new pieces and some new birch veneers over the original cabinets where the damage & staining was too great. I LOVE the old-time, high gloss, clear/amber finish in the '50s trailers but also want it to be maintenance free or low maintenance after we are done.
I am considering Spar Varnish, Shellac, Tung Oil and Poly-Urethane.
What should I use for an "original" look? Are there any I should absolutely stay away from in this application? Any others I should consider?
Shari  |
Shari.
There are many types of furniture paints, and most have some sort of draw back.
We use a clear paint, or you can tint it if you wish, that is not harmed by UV, is water proof, takes a beating, and you can wax it if you wish.
Big secret? Nah.
Tons of gloss.
Ordinary high quality "automotive clear."
You can brush it or spray it, depending on how you thin it.
We have used it for years.
Andy