Clear Finishes

[Al Rogers]

hi,

I've just finished a small closed maple vessel, and want to put on a clear finish. Is there something I could use which will not discolour the white wood? The wipe-on poly I regularly use, turns light coloured wood a light yellow.
Any suggestions??
Al

[Aaron Wingert]

Laquer! Spray Deft or brushing laquer works well and as far as I know is non-yellowing.

[Steve Schlumpf]

Lacquer or a water based poly will work.

[Bernie Weishapl]

I use spray or brushing lacquer.

[Frank Van Atta]

White shellac will come close, but I think lacquer is better.

[Joseph M Lary]

I used some lacquer that is called Water white , we used it on cabinets when I built them years back,it looks like water. Not sure who makes it . my local paint store still carrys it but only in a 5 gallon can. and I dont use that much to buy 5 gallons . The Deft rattle can is pretty clear.

[Joseph M Lary]

Did a web search for Water White lacquer and found a lot .

[Ryan Baker]

Yup, lacquer or water-based poly are the choices for non-yellowing finishes. Note that many lacquers start clear but will yellow over time. Two-part professional urethanes are the best, but they are extremely toxic and must be applied with the correct equipment.

[Edward Bartimmo]

Same issues in past. Deft appears the cleanest (non-yellowing). I thin it 50% Deft and 50% Lacquer Thinner. I found that I can wipe on with rag and continue until surface has absorbed enough and then wipe dry. I follow it up with a buffing and wax coat to protect. If you want glossy coat then don't thin. Good Luck

[Al Rogers]

Thanks everyone

I'm going to try the Deft Lacquer!

Al