Sure thing! Grab a marine grade epoxy, a brush, and a little bit of sandpaper to prep the wood. Clean the hull, sand any rough spots, then spray a thin coat of epoxy to seal the pores. Let it cure, and you’ll have a hard shell that keeps the wood from warping. If you want to keep the historic vibe, keep the paint and wood finish as close to the original as possible – just don't let the epoxy hide the patina. Good luck!

Epoxy’s got a tight film so it’ll seal the varnish, not trap a bunch of moisture. Just wipe the varnish off first so the epoxy can grab on, then spray the old coat back on after the epoxy dries. For the hidden seams and nails, first pull out any loose ones and wipe the rust off with a rust remover or a bit of WD‑40 and sand it smooth. If there’s still rust, seal the hole with a bit of epoxy and let it cure before you lay the varnish. That way the old paint stays visible and the new layer just locks everything down. Give it a good sanding between coats and you’ll keep the ship’s soul while making it strong enough to survive another century.