Cedar table finishing questions

SaltySam

I’m building a cedar table for my large and MiniMax, and I’m debating finish options for it.  My plan is to coat it in linseed oil first, and then put a clear sealer over the top.  I’d like to keep the natural color of the cedar, without it graying too much.  However, I don’t want to have to sand and peel and refinish the sealant all the time.  My last table was stained and coated in spar urethane.  It didn’t fare well.  It yellowed and flaked over the course of the next year.  However, it was in direct sun most of the time. 

First, is the linseed oil and sealant plan a good approach? 

Do I need the sealant?  Will the cedar gray without it?

If the sealant is a good idea, what would work the best? 

The table will go on a covered patio.  Partial sun, but very little rain or snow gets on here.  
Thanks for any help!

Lowcountrygamecock

I’m about to finish a cedar table also but I’m the opposite. I’m trying to finish a dark grey color and don’t know what to do to finish it. 

Kayak

The reality of wood is that it takes a lot of effort to maintain. No matter what you do with it. What finish is on the deck? Use that!
What's the intent of using linseed oil, anyway? It's not a very useful product, other than mixing in paints and emphasizing fancy grain in furniture.

hidesert

look in epoxy to finish on your table top won't turn yellow looks beautiful