I recently bought a solid wood dresser from Bob's Furniture, but it's causing some serious allergy issues and affecting my vocal cords—I'm feeling congested and having trouble breathing. I've narrowed it down to the cedar-lined drawers, which I suspect might be untreated. I'm looking for advice on how to seal it so I can keep the dresser and not suffer every time I'm in my room! I'm allergic to several types of wood and don't want to keep going through the hassle of buying and reselling furniture. Any beginner-friendly tips would be super helpful!
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You might want to consider applying a few coats of varnish to seal it properly. Cabinet makers often use cedar because it's great for keeping pests away. Just make sure to use multiple layers to create a solid barrier.
What kind of varnish do you think works best for this?