In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Chalky paint has a matte finish, goes on with minimal prep work, and is easier to scrape off while you’re distressing your furniture. Choose a paint color that matches the aesthetic in the rest of your room.  Chalky paint is not the same as chalkboard paint. Chalkboard paint is meant to be written on with chalk after it dries, while chalky paint just has an ultra-matte finish. You can buy chalky paint from any painting supply store. Adding marks to a table surface or furniture legs can make it seem older than what it actually is. Lightly tap your furniture with the end of a chisel or hammer to make indents in the surface. Make the marks random so it doesn’t look like an intentional pattern.  Wear safety glasses in case any wood accidentally breaks off your furniture. Experiment with different tools around your house to see what kind of marks they make. Use 120-grit sandpaper to roughen the surfaces on your piece of furniture. This helps the paint adhere better so it’s less likely to peel off or chip. Make sure to sand any surface you plan on painting so you get a nice even coat. You do not need to sand unfinished wood furniture. Wet a cleaning cloth with warm water and wring it out until it’s damp. Wipe all of the surfaces you plan on painting to get rid of any dust or dirt that’s on them. Use another cloth to dry any areas that are wet before you start. Dip the ends of the bristles in your paint so there’s only a small amount on your paintbrush. Start from the top of your piece of furniture and work toward the bottom. Apply a thin layer of paint on the surface so it can dry fast and even. When you’re finished with the first coat, leave it to dry overnight. It’s okay if you still see the wood or laminate underneath your first coat of paint. This can help add to the distressed look of the final piece. Once the first coat of paint has dried completely, put another coat of paint on your piece. Again, work from the top of the furniture down toward the bottom, and paint until it has a smooth matte finish. When you’re done, let it dry for 3-4 days so the paint has time to adhere to the furniture. Corners and edges are usually the first parts that wear away over time, so start by distressing them. Use 120-grit sandpaper to rub the dry paint off of the surface to expose the wood or laminate underneath. Apply light pressure so you don’t accidentally remove more than you want.  Add more distress marks where your furniture touches the floor so it looks like it’s been scratched up after moving around a lot. Wipe any dust away with a damp rag so you can easily see where you’ve already distressed the furniture. If you accidentally rub off too much of the paint, you may paint over the area again and start over. Wax acts as a sealant to help protect your furniture from any damage. Dip the end of a cheesecloth in the wax and spread it across the surface of your furniture. Work the wax into the surface in a circular motion until it’s smooth. Continue waxing the entire piece of furniture so it’s sealed.  Furniture wax can be bought from your local hardware or paint supply stores. Wax may take up to 30 days to completely cure, but you can use the furniture after one week.
Summary: Use chalky paint for your furniture. Add dings and dents to the furniture surface for an extra-distressed look. Sand the furniture if it has a finish on it. Wipe the furniture with a damp cloth before painting. Apply a coat of paint and let it dry. Paint a second coat onto your furniture and leave it to cure for 3-4 days. Sand edges and common places of wear and tear with 120-grit sandpaper. Seal the wood and paint with finishing wax.

Wear disposable latex gloves to protect your hands from getting soiled. Also, have an open plastic bag close by, so that you can dropped soiled items into the bag, rather than risking them dripping through the house on the way to the garbage can. You want to remove it before it dries onto the surface, as it will be harder to clean up if it does. Wiping up the diarrhea is best done by mopping it up using disposable paper towels or old towels, which can be thrown away afterwards. . You need to disinfect the area and make sure that your dog doesn't think that it has a new bathroom spot. Use a cleaner that is safe for your floors first. This will make sure the area is physically clean. Then you need to use a pet odor neutralizer. This will get rid of any smells that might invite your dog back to the same spot. Pet odor neutralizers are available at any pet store. Just make sure that the one you choose is safe for the surface you are cleaning.
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One-sentence summary -- Protect yourself and the rest of your home. Clean the feces up. Use a cleaner on the area.

Q: Pour your water into a mixing bowl. Then, add the gelatin powder. Stir the powder into the water until the jello is completely dissolved. Times will vary depending on the precise heat of your water, but jello usually melts within a few minutes. Once the gelatin is dissolved into the water, pour in your vodka. Use a mixing spoon to stir in the vodka until you have an even, consistent mixture. Pick a measuring cup that has a tip on the end. This helps you pour the gelatin mixture into your shots.
A: Combine the jello powder and hot water. Mix in the vodka. Transfer your mixture to a measuring cup.

Article: The list should include everything you are going to take with you. You can put these items into separate columns under what bag they are going in. If you don't have everything you need, write it down then buy it when you are shopping, this way you can prepare everything so you are organised. If you are still struggling with what to pack, you can find an online rough guide with the essentials and basics. When you are all packed, take out you passport and any other travelling documents and keep them with you in a separate bag with your purse and phone, so it all stays together. . No matter how you're traveling, extra bags and unnecessary things will weigh you down. As travel writer Rick Steves says, "You can't travel happy, heavy, and cheap. Pick two."  A few classic pieces that are easily mixed and matched and a knowledge of how to use the local laundromat can save you money on overweight baggage fees. Know the common dress codes for your destination. For example, if you're visiting the Vatican, women will need their shoulders covered. If you're flying, you don't want to exceed the maximum weight. Extra or overweight bags often cost more money, and most airlines don't allow carry-on bags over a certain weight. You don't have to take everything you think you'll need. Nearly every country you'll visit will have basics like toothpaste, deodorant, soap, and contact solution, and you can't carry more than an three ounces of any liquid in carry on luggage, anyway. Carry copies of your prescriptions in case you run out.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Make a list a few weeks before the trip. Pack efficiently Research airline regulations for what you can pack. Consider leaving basic toiletries behind.

Problem: Article: While you're doing that, you can put the cocoa powder and sugar into the mug. Enjoy a nice hot steaming cup of an anti-oxidant rich delicious hot treat.
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Boil the water. Serve immediately.