channeling the lighter shades of wood

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Hey all! Ever since I saw a pair of blonde mid century chests my mind keeps thinking about the mid to lighter shades of wood. I've even considered liming out my silly oak cabinets in the hallways and in my bathroom. So far I have liked this tutorial as well as this one.

Any of you have experience with liming, pickling or white washing?