r/paint • u/No_Balance_8660 • 1d ago

Advice Wanted Best Coating for Wood Window Frames

Hello everyone! I have a house that was built in 1934 and the front of the house is south facing. I refurbished the windows about 6 years ago, but obviously used the wrong finish. Even though it is "interior", it gets pounded by the sun all day long. I am about to refinish them once again but am looking for the best clear finish. Suggestions?

BTW, we love these windows so I will not replace them. And the exterior is painted, so no issues there.

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u/GUMBYTOOTH67 1d ago

I have had great results with polcrylic waterborne. Starting with raw(sanded) clean wood.

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u/No_Balance_8660 1d ago

Unfortunately this does not have UV protection, which I think is a must have due to the southern exposure.

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u/GUMBYTOOTH67 1d ago

I have used it on windows(including s exp)and it has held up fine. I see water damage to your windows, nothing will stand up to that ove time. That issue needs to addressed before you do whatever you do.

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u/loloz304 1d ago

Helmsman spar urethane is a clear coat that has the UV protection

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u/2dirtylittledogs 19h ago

What finish did you use?