Tony is right - leaving it "as is" is an option. Keeping it clean and polished with new balls is the best defense against wear.
Mylar is the easiest method outside of leaving it "as is"..
Clear coating a playfield - Leave that to the experts. I'm sending my Playboy to Gavin for a clearcoat - no hesitation. The playfield NEEDS repair, and the best way to seal the work is by clearcoating.
What about a compromise ?
Place pieces of mylar is high traffic areas ?