Home with old redwood paneling that is faded by sun damage. It is a porous paneling and not sealed or varnished. Just want to add new life and color to my walls by reinvigorating the panels. I am thinking perhaps some type of oil treatment? High vaulted walls and a

I just stained an unfinished 6-panel pine wood door. I conditioned the wood first then stained it with oak finish. It’s too dark. How do I lighten it? Do I need to sand all the stain off and start over?