Problem: Article: Before you begin applying the finish, you’ll need to sand down the wood surface first. To do so, you should get a sanding block and several pieces of 220-grit sanding paper. Gently sand down the surface of the wood to remove any rough or uneven spots. You should be able to find these products at any home improvement store. Pour just enough finish to thinly cover the bottom of a regular paint tray. You don’t want to overfill the paint tray, as this could lead to sloppy, dripping messes. Be sure to keep a clean rag on hand to wipe up any drips or spills while you’re pouring. You may have to keep refilling the paint tray as you go, depending on how big the staining project is. Take a short-bristled paint pad and place it in the paint pan. Let it soak up enough of the finish to be saturated, but not dripping excessively. Rub the paint pad back and forth across the surface to be stained in approximately 1 ft (0.30 m) to 2 ft (0.61 m) sections at a time, always going with the grain of the wood. If you are finishing a rather large surface (like a floor, for example), it might be a good idea to attach the paint pad to a t-bar to make the painting job easier. This will help you save time and energy while finishing the surface. If you have a smaller job that needs to be completed (like a wooden countertop, a chest of drawers, or a wooden box), you should use a natural bristle paint brush rather than a paint pad. This will help you control the finish on a smaller surface than you would be able to with a paint pad, preventing drips or other stains from occurring. Keep in mind that you should always apply the finish with the direction of the wood grain, regardless of what tool you use to apply the coat. It’s important that you give each coat plenty of time to fully dry before starting on the next coat. Moving onto the next coat too quickly could cause air bubbles on the surface of the finish, or a sticky, filmy result. If your area has high humidity, cold temperatures, or is poorly ventilated, this may increase the time required for drying between coats.
Summary: Sand the surface with a sanding block and 220-grit sanding paper. Pour the finish into a paint tray. Soak a paint pad in the tray and rub it across the unfinished surface. Use a natural bristle paint brush for smaller jobs. Wait 24 hours between each coat.

Problem: Article: If you don't have the time to make cold-brewed coffee, make a cup or pot of hot coffee. Use your preferred brewing method and then put the coffee into the refrigerator until it's cold. Then pour the cold coffee into an ice-filled glass and enjoy it. For example, make drip coffee, pour over coffee, or press coffee. To prevent your iced coffee from becoming diluted as the ice melts, make coffee ice cubes before you make the drink. Just pour cold coffee into an empty ice cube tray and freeze it until the cubes are solid. This is a great way to use leftover coffee instead of throwing it away. Pour 1 cup (240 ml) of cold coffee and 1⁄4 cup (59 ml) of milk into a tall glass. Fill the glass with ice and then top the drink with 1 large scoop of vanilla ice cream. If you prefer, leave out the ice cubes and add extra ice cream.
Summary: Refrigerate hot coffee instead of cold-brewing it. Use coffee ice cubes. Mix cold coffee with ice cream for a creamy treat.

Problem: Article: You may find it helpful to get some outside perspective on the poem. You may show the poem to a close friend or a peer at school and ask them how they would approach the poem. You may ask the person, What do you think the poem is about? What is your experience of reading the poem? You may also ask a colleague at work or at your university for some perspective on the poem. You may approach a colleague in a class on poetry and ask them for their opinion, as they may be more familiar with reading and interpreting poetry. You can also try showing the poem to a poetry group to get their impression of the poem. You may join a poetry group so you can get better at studying poetry or start your own poetry group with friends. Discussing a poem with others in a group can help you realize certain aspects of the poem that you may have missed and allow you to listen to the interpretation of others in the group. When you bring the poem into your poetry group, you may start the discussion by talking about your interpretation of the poem as well as your thoughts and impressions of the piece. Then, you may ask the group to share their own ideas about the poem as part of a discussion. You may find it useful to approach a professor or a teacher who studies poetry to get some guidance. Bring a copy of the poem with you and ask the teacher what they think about the poem as well as your interpretation of the poem. You may have a discussion with the teacher about how to study the poem and the genre of poetry in general.
Summary: Show the poem to a friend or colleague. Discuss the poem in a poetry group. Ask a professor or teacher for guidance.

Problem: Article: There are a variety of tools you can use to remove the caulk, but it's most effective to slice it off with a razor scraper, utility knife, or five-in-one painter's tool. Using quick, sharp strokes, slice under the length of all old caulk beads. Go along each edge of the caulk with your blade to get it removed.  If you are caulking a new shower, there won't be any caulk for you to remove. Note that metal blades and chemical caulk removers can damage plastic tubs. Use a plastic blade if your tub or shower is made of plastic. Once you have loosened the caulk with a knife, pull it off using your fingers. In most cases, if you sliced along both edges of the caulk thoroughly, you will be able to grab one end and pull a long strip out all in one piece. If you can't get a section out easily, cut along the edges again and try to pry it out with the knife. After you slice off the majority of the caulk, there will likely be some small pieces left on the walls. Scrub the sides of the shower with a dry, nonabrasive pad or sponge to remove as much of the old caulk as you can. Follow that by wiping down the surface with rubbing alcohol or scrubbing it with a multi-surface cleanser to remove any remaining caulk, shower scum, or grease.  If your old caulk was made of silicone, use a pad or rag soaked in mineral spirits to break down any remaining bits of caulk. Use a soft rag and not an abrasive one, so that the shower surface is not scarred. Use a damp, clean rag to wipe all seams. This will remove any cleaner, caulk dust, and other dirt from the area. Then dry down the area thoroughly with a dry rag, hair dryer, or paper towels. You can also simply let the area sit until you are sure the seams are all completely dry. If you leave debris or dirt on the surface, the new caulk will not stick as well and not last as long. Place a strip of tape on either side of each joint being caulked. The lines of tape should run parallel to each other and be spaced roughly 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) apart from each other. The tape is being used to help keep the bead of caulk straight and uniform.
Summary:
Slice away any old caulk. Pull out loosened pieces old caulk. Clean out any debris and residue in the seams. Wipe the area down and then let it dry. Line the joints with painter's tape.