I had a load of 4 x 2 (ish) wood left over from a decking removal and decided to build a garden table today.
I intend to give the top a jolly good sanding tomorrow and would like to keep a natural wood finish (or enhance it if possible). I'll probably paint the legs, as I used all the rough bits for those; I don't think it'll sand too well, as there's quite a lot of old screw heads that have been hammered into the wood and it'll strip any sanding materials.
It's going to be outside all year round, so I'm after any advice on what to use to protect the top from the elements. I'll probably just find some exterior furniture paint for the underside, once she's decided on the colour.