Greetings all
Last night I mentioned to Her the results I have gotten, and she was less than thrilled. As a Early Childhood Education Professional, She knows _of_ a specific finish/coating for use on children's toys and furniture, which is "kid safe". Not being woodworker, that's all she needed to know.
So, if anyone has a reference for such a thing, I shall be seeking further afield. (Do I want to start with the MSDS, or with Toy R us?)
tschus pyotr