Traditionally the finish is french polish ,basically denatured alcohol and
shellac . generally speaking with real antique pieces [pre 1830] finishing
with anyhing else will reduce their value. ...mjh

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"Campbell Freeman" wrote in message
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After reading this newsgroup for a while, I see many opinions about
finishes
for antique furniture repair & restoration. What is the consensus as to
the
best topcoat for antique furniture after restoration, repair, and
staining?
I do not use lacquer and do not have a sprayer. I do work on a small
scale...a few pieces at a time and am not a professional. I have used tung
oil and Waterlox (tung oil) with good results in the past. Are there
better
alternatives?

Thanks very much,

Campbell Freeman