I have a pipe that looks to have sat with one side to the sun, which is lighter than the rest of the pipe. Noticeably so. Is it worth trying to darken this areas or should I strip and refinish?
Nah, leave it be! Gives it Character.
YOU SOUND LIKE THE TAG ON MY COFFEE TABLEDare I say: Wood is a natural product and color variations should be expected as a normal part of the material.