My wife wanted a few very light tables for an art show she's doing and wanted them in basswood. I know it's not the greatest for a table due to the softness, but I think they will survive long enough for the show.
I'd like to add some kind of protective finish, but she loves the white color and doesn't want to change the texture/add any shine. I tried various vanishes and they all yellowed the wood.
Maybe a thin wipe on?