How can I lighten my interior cedar wall without painting?

Hi Heather,

Here is one link I found on bleaching cedar and here is another one. I hope these help you.

Don't white wash or paint it will wreck it Cedar has bug repellent capabilities and painting whitewashing will stop the natural ability of cedar to do this. Bleaching will restore to brighter former beautiful color of wood. https://www.houzz.com/discussions/2471468/how-can-i-lighten-real-cedar-walls-and-ceilings MORE https://www.woodmagazine.com/materials-guide/finishes/get-the-color-out-with-wood-bleach

Dust or vacuum with the brush attachment. Clean with this mixture:

1 cup water

1/4 cup white vinegar

1/2 cup mineral oil

20 drops lemon oil

Hi! Sanding it would remove the darkened finish and reveal the gorgeous wood. Clean it well, and then stain it. You can also seal it.