Again Thanks!

Ross, the most common cause of that problem is that your glue is too thick.
Check out this blog: https://craftisian.com/blog_series/45-hide-glue-primer

BB1, we have done this several times and not used any sealer but it’s a good idea, something like Scotchguard I would think.

CWW, the cabinet itself is just painted with WB paint and sealed with WB poly.
The kick space is dark Arborite (laminate).

The early bird gets the worm but its the second mouse that gets the cheese.