Help: Banister Rail

[Robellis]

I have stripped the banister rail (of paint) on a Victorian terrace. The wood looks like oak. To return the rail to its former glory what should I do with it now.

Many thanks

Rob

[Wongo]

I would seal the wood buy brushing a cost of polyurethane mixing it with 50% turpentine. Leave it for a few days to dry. Light sand the wood then apply a few coats of oil finish like Tung oil or linseed oil.

[Robellis]

Many thanks for the advice. Looking at your web site it certainly looks like you know what you're talking about. Many thanks. Rob (some lovely pieces of furniture)