An interesting suggestion! Im just going to leave the dust covers off for a good while and see if it evens out a bit, as i would think the lighter wood should darken up quite a bit no its not covered by dust covers? If that fails i may try the t cut route, but the natural oak finish on the neats is quite a textured grain so im not sure if that will affect the outcome........
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