Not really. Tru-oil is not a finish that really darkens the wood much. It does penetrate. Unlike Urithanes that sit on the surface of the wood. But it only darkens the wood a little. There may be some stains out there that will take over top of Tru-oil, but I do not know of any specifically.
Ground coats with a good penetrating sealer may have given you a little darker of a look with Tru-oil. Basically, with Tru-oil being a clear finish, you are just accenting the natural color of the wood. Which I have no issue with. I think the best way to finish wood is something that will best accent the natural beauty of the wood. Unlike some manufacturers that cover the wood with all sorts of heavy stains to where it doesn't even look like wood anymore.
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