Finishing advice for an Ash Cot

[pablopete80]

I have nearly finished building a sleigh cot from ash and would like some advice on stain/dye and finishes as i am relatively new to woodworking and am not sure of a safe and durable finish. Hope someone can help me on this. Pete

 

[Terry Smart]

see https://www.ukworkshop.co.uk/forums/help ... 32799.html