Bob,
I'm not completely sure, but I would think that a coating of clear
polyurathane varnish, or even a tung based varnish might do the trick.
I would test a little piece with the clear poly first to be sure that
there is no reaction between the two materials. If it works, that
would be my choice, as it would give an extremely shiny, hard-wearing
surface. Good luck
-Eli
Robert or Karen Swarts wrote:
I have a couple of phenolic winches and blocks on the sailboat I am
refurbishing. They work just fine, but their surfaces are rough and
weathered. I am pretty sure they were originally smooth. Anyone know
anything about whether they can/should be refinished, and if so, with
what?

Bob Swarts