birch-faced plywood joinery

[Lisa1976]

Hi

I am wondering if anyone can suggest a good durable, long lasting finish for untreated Birch-faced plywood joinery. We'd really like to keep the characteristics of the birch (clear finish).

We're looking for a clear finish, preferably a glossy or satin to gloss finish and something that can be relatively easy to apply, since all the joinery has been assembled.

I was looking at WOCA Lacquer Oil initially however this is quite expensive. I'd be happy to use a cheaper version for the inside of the joinery (satin or matt finish) and a glossier finish for the front of the doors. I'm planning to use this finish throughout the flat.

Hope you can help.

 

[JohnD]

do you mean indoors, kitchen cabinets and the like?

 

[Lisa1976]

Yes. Built-in cabinets/cupboards in the kitchen, bedroom and living room. Thanks

 

[JohnD]

I would certainly go for a satin finish, it will look more natural.

Glossy varnish are called "toffe-apple" by some in the furniture trade

however i haven't recently used one so have no recommendation on brand.

Oil finishes take a long time to apply well and need maintennce.

 

[LJW61]

A good trade polyurethane varnish in satin or matt..