As far as the wine boxes go stick them outside for a while and then put a few coats of danish oil on them. Danish is the only way to go! With all oils less is more - apply and rub off excess. Varnish is fucking hideous!
I'm a big fan of Tung oil - Chinese wood-preserving oil. Lovely soft matt finish.
I'm a big fan of Tung oil - Chinese wood-preserving oil. Lovely soft matt finish.