Finish to pine architrave and skirtings

[Douglas2]

I am refurbishing my house and have replaced door standards, skirting, architrave etc all with pine. What is the best finish for the wood - I don't want to apply anything that will stain it darker.

I have seen either varnish, wax, or oil can be applied but don't know which will look best when complete?

 

[woodfinishes1877]

Hi Douglas,

If you're not looking to alter the colour of the timber (no more than simply wetting the surface with a damp cloth) then I'd recommend a waterbased coating something like Aquacoat SP (Matt, Satin or Gloss). It's a waterbased product that makes it very easy to use and is far more durable than it's wax or oil counterparts.

Please come back with any other questions.

Ian McAslan