I'm planning to finish the ceiling and trim of my rustic cabin with pine (t&g for the ceiling, 1x4's for the trim). New, unfinished pine is too light for my liking. I know that it yellows/darkens over time, but I'm having trouble finding examples of how much, and how long it takes. Does anybody have photos or experience they can share?
Additionally, I'll likely topcoat the trim with oil-based poly for protection but would prefer to avoid this step for the ceiling as it won't get the same traffic. Does the poly significantly change the color/rate of change. Will they end up looking the same in the long run?
Attached is a photo I found which accurately represents my ideal color (not my photo). Should I just stain it up front rather than let it age? If so, will it become even darker over time?
Thank you for your help. I've been lurking here for a while and this forum has been a great resource!