Is there any reason you're avoiding the obvious? (varnish)
For brightwork, I have used and been very happy with Minwax Polyurethane. It comes in a couple of different finishes, depending on how glossy you want the final result. Polyurethane has UV inhibitors that will protect epoxy and the wood itself. However - it will break down eventually. In heavy Texas sun, I would expect to have to sand and refinish once a year or two. In Florida sun - probably more often. However, if you're keeping it covered - then it will last a LOT longer. Indoors with limited sunlight, it would last many, many (20?) years.
If you don't want to use varnish, you might also consider Minwax or Formby's Tung Oil. For those, you can brush on, then wipe off with paper towels or a rag.
Polyurethane would give a thicker, possibly better / more durable build-up. But getting it "right" (no runs, streaks, stray brush hairs, etc...) takes a lot more skill and patience. Tung oil is much easier. In my humble opinion, it doesn't look as good, but it gets the job done (at least minimal water protection for the wood) much faster.
Just my thought.
Beware that you may have started a religious war. :)
On Friday, March 23, 2018, 9:37:32 AM CDT, brucenoble@bellsouth.net [electricboats] <electricboats@yahoogroups.com> wrote:
just looking for suggestions for a clear coat to put on a wood roof water proof want to keep a wood look but don't want to replace constantly any suggestions the boat will be under a shed most of the time thanks Bruce
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