Recommendations what finish to use on an old solid wood door.
Hello all, wanted to ask on some recommendations on what finish to use for an old solid wood front door. My house was built in 1936 and I’m not sure if the door is just as old or was replaced at a later year but it definitely needs some love. For reference the door is in full exposure to the sun for quite a few hours of the day. So the finish needs to have UV protection. I’ve read that Marine-Grade Spar Finish is the best for this application but was wondering if you guys recommend any particular brand and if there is anything specific I should be aware of while using this type of finish. I love woodworking and built some simple furniture and done some staining and finishing but never used Marine-grade finish, just oil finish and polyurethane. What brand is the best for this type of project and would you recommend a sealer? See attached photos of the door. My last question would be: is this something I should be attempting on my own or should I leave this to the professionals? I heard that I might not be able to close the door for over a day while it dries so I’m a little bit concerned about that part. Thanks in advance!