Starting to replace the gunwales (with Ash) and add new cane seats to my OT canoe but not sure what would be the best finish for the ash and/or the cane. Some people say not to put any type of sealer finish on the cane as it needs to breathe. But when you purchase a ready made seat they come with a polyurethane finish. Also I would like to add a small storage compartment in the bow. What is the best epoxy or fiberglass resin to use on Royalex?