Ok, I made my decision to use teak & holly plywood. The vendor has unfinished at $200 a sheet, and finished at $341 sheet. Finished is teak side only, so sealing the bottom and edges will still be neccessary.If the forum would like, I can try to post pictures as I move along. My question is what product to use on the unfinished version for top, bottom, and edges. I am thinking west system epoxy, three coates on all sides to seal the wood. Then three coats of varnish to finish the teak & holly side. W.S site says the 406 hardner is not suited for clear coat. This makes me wonder if it should be used on the teak & holly side. The 407 is much more expensive, but says it is for clear coat. I will have to apply this with brush or roller as I do not have skill or equipment to spray. Will the roller give me a nice finish on the teak side?Oh, on the price of the wood, I think it will be less if I do the finishing, even with the amount of materials needed. Am I right, or have I missed something?