re: Dining table finishes

The thing about bar tops is that bars are always dark inside. Ever see a well lit bar? They could be more abused than appear if you shined a light on it, although generally speaking I agree that they do hold up great. Very durable.

One thing about my dining room is the big windows facing west light up and show every dang dog hair on the floor. Whatever goes in there will be extremely well lit for an hour or 2 in the late afternoon and not in there way that presents the best.