Wear down the wood so it can better absorb the sealant. Use a light touch, since you don’t want to break through the shellac. Varnish can be used as a sturdy topcoat that protects the oak for years. You can try using a clear spar varnish. Dip a paint brush into the varnish, then spread it along the length of the wood. Continue this until the stained area is coated in a thin layer.  You can use lacquer instead, which is durable and glossier but can discolor over time. Another choice is polyurethane, which can make the wood’s finish look brighter and protect it from water. Protect the oak until the topcoat dries completely. Keep the area well-ventilated so air flows through the room, speeding up the drying process. Check the manufacturer’s recommended drying time, since this can change depending on what topcoat you use. Check the topcoat layer by shining a light on the oak. You should be able to see the waxy finish on the wood. Make sure the layer looks smooth. If it isn’t, you may want to coat the oak in a second layer to finish the oak. Let the new layer of varnish dry completely before using the wood.
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One-sentence summary -- Sand the wood with 320-grit sandpaper. Cover the oak with varnish or another finisher. Let the finish dry for 2 hours. Apply a second layer of topcoat as needed.


Even when the average bitcoin conversion rate improves, different conversion services offer different conversion rates.  For instance, suppose one service offers to convert your bitcoins at a rate of 1 to $5,000 and another offers to turn 1 bitcoin into $5,200.  All other things being equal, you should go with the second service to get the most out of your bitcoins. Conversion services typically charge a fee for conversion.  Sometimes there is a flat fee no matter how much you exchange, and sometimes the conversion service charges a percentage of the amount you exchange.  Compare the fees associated with the various conversion services and select one that offers the best deal. Service fees change over time, so be sure to check the service’s terms and fee schedule. There are several ways to verify that a bitcoin conversion site is safe.  One is to check reputable sources for reviews that verify the integrity of a given site.  Another way is to ensure that the site the service manages uses https (as opposed to the less secure http) in their URL.  Finally, use a conversion service that allows two-factor identification, ensuring that only you will be able to approve bitcoin conversions. Some sites transfer bitcoins to your account after 5 days, but faster services could convert your bitcoins to dollars in 3 days or less.
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One-sentence summary -- Compare the rates offered by different conversion services and choose the best one. Convert your bitcoin using a service with low fees. Verify that the service you’re using is safe. Select a service that offers low transfer times.


If you're too young to go out and buy ice cream yourself, ask your mom or dad to buy you some. In the freezer section, you can buy gallons or pints of ice cream, ice cream sandwiches, and pre-made cones, in addition to other treats. You can also go to an ice cream shop and have them serve you the ice cream and toppings. This includes pre-made cones, ice cream sandwiches, and any frozen treats that come in packaging. Be careful not to drop your ice cream when you open the container it is in. Throw away your wrapper in a trash can. the ice cream into a bowl, waffle bowl, or cone. You will have to do this for gallons or pints of ice cream. Using a sturdy spoon or ice cream scooper, remove scoops of ice cream one at a time, and place the scoops in your cone or bowl. If you are using a cone, ask someone to hold it while you scoop the ice cream into it.  Run the spoon or scooper under warm water for a few seconds before scooping. This will make it scoop better. Careful—pushing down hard with the spoon may cause it to bend. Gently push the top of the ice cream into the cone so it makes room for more. Bits of brownie, sliced strawberries, sliced bananas, crushed nuts, cookie pieces, and even gummy bears are all excellent toppings for your ice cream. Putting the ice cream in the freezer before it begins to melt will keep it fresh longer. You can use a spoon for a cone, too, but cones are made to be eaten by hand. If you’re eating an ice cream come, you need a napkin because melted ice cream tends to drip out of the bottom. Wrapping a napkin or small piece of foil around the base will prevent the ice cream from melting quickly and dripping on you.
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One-sentence summary -- Buy the ice cream. Unwrap any packaged ice cream. Scoop Add toppings. Put the any remaining ice cream back in the freezer. Get out a spoon if you are using a bowl or waffle bowl. Wrap a napkin around the base of an ice cream cone.


It can be taken directly from the refrigerator to use in this fried rice recipe.  If you do not have leftover rice from a previous dinner, bring 2 cups (473ml) of water to a rolling boil. Add 2 cups (370g) of white basmati rice. Place the lid on the rice pot and turn the temperature to low. Allow it to simmer for 20 minutes. Check it near the end to make sure it does not stick. Place it on a cold burner for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork. Place the rice on a cookie sheet to cool until it is room temperature. You can also use a rice cooker to quickly make the rice. Then, leave it on a cookie sheet in the kitchen or refrigerator to cool.
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One-sentence summary --
Use 4 cups (600g) of leftover white rice.