I used Minwax Helmans Spar Urethane, 7 coats, sanding in between coats. Nice gloss finish with lots of UV protection. You can check out the bed wood process on my site at the bottom. Any questions, just ask!!!
Coach Frank
I'm curious as to how you came about 7 coats. I did the same thing is why I ask, but I'm just curious as to why you chose 7 coats.
I had some rough sawn pecan (hickory) that I had cut down to size. I used Cabot deck stain. Then I put 7 coats of McCloskey's Man O' War Spar Varnish. I will get back to you on how well it holds up in my daily driver once I put it in and get on the road.
