"Child Resistant" Finish??

[Chris Foley]

I have a couple of items of furniture (small tables and such) that are in dire need of refinishing. However, my girlfriend has a 3 year old that is a bit brutal on the items. Can anyone suggest a finish that protects the wood as well as looks good? Some items are Cherry and some are what seems to be Popular.

Thanks!
Chris

[Jim Becker]

Almost any quality clear finish will be helpful, whether an oil-based varnish or a water borne acrylic. Or...if you want something that can be easily "fixed", then shellac or lacquer is good choice.

[Chris Foley]

Thanks Jim...that is the answer I expected. I just wanted to make sure.

[Steve Schoene]

Jim has given you good advise.

Let me add one off topic idea. There isn't a good reason for three-year-olds to be brutal to anything. You don't punish kids of that age but you can redirect their interests.