I am building a live edge screen door and wondering the best way to finish it. Although it is an exterior door there is a very large overhang which prevents ALL direct sunlight most direct moisture - rain or snow. I do not want to stain it but rather just use a finish coat. The live edge still has about 50% of its bark and it seems to be well adhered yer.
I am assuming the best bet would be a sealer such as shellac first followed by a top coat of perhaps poly or something similar. What do you think would be the best route to go?
Here is a picture of a SIMILAR door...not mine.
https://www.dropbox.com/s/ajqodrc5q52plhy/IMG_0283.jpg?dl=0
Don
p.s. - I got the wood direct from a sawmill had it has been only sticker dried - not kiln. Moisture content is ranging from 13 - 17%.