Shoes are very susceptible to salt stains, especially in the winter when salt is everywhere. A protectant spray is necessary to keep your shoes resistant to salt stains. You can buy a protectant spray online or at a local shoe store. You should spray the protectant spray 8 to 12 inches away from the shoe. Add two coats. Check the label to make sure the spray is safe to use on your specific shoe type. In months where streets are being salted, water damage is also a major concern. Take steps to waterproof your shoes to keep them safe. A waterproof spray can help create a protective layer that will minimize water damage over the colder month. Choose a spray that's safe to use on your specific type of shoe. It should say somewhere on the bottle which materials a spray works for. Make sure to read and follow the instructions of any water proof spray carefully. You usually spray it on in a similar fashion to which you would spray on a protectant spray. The longer you let stains sit, the worse they will be. If you notice a salt stain on your shoe, treat it right away. Putting off treating a stain can cause permanent damage to your shoes.
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One-sentence summary -- Use a stain protectant spray. Waterproof your shoes. Treat stains immediately.

When you are air-drying your wood, the lumber is left outside, exposed to the elements, to cure. Search for a location that meets the following requirements: To maximize airflow, select an outdoor location that is not surrounded by buildings or foliage that block the wind. Choose a location that has a slight slope to prevent water from gathering below the lumber. Find a spot that is not covered in foliagefoliage will expose the bottom layer of lumber to moisture. Lumber stacked on asphalt or concrete cures faster. In order to cure properly, lumber must be stacked in a very specific manner. Begin by creating a secure base for your lumber: Lay out two rows of three evenly spaced concrete blocks. The rows should be the same length as the lumber. The columns should be approximately 1 to 3 feet apart. Lay a bolster, a 4x4 piece of wood, across each set of two concrete blocks. To allow air to flow freely through the pile of lumber, stickers, inch to 1 inch (2.5cm) strips of wood, are inserted between each layer of lumber. Place 5 to 6 pieces of evenly spaced wood on top of the bolsters. Each piece of lumber in a pile should be approximately the same length. Place one sticker across each set of ends. Place additional stickers every 18 to 24 inches (45.7 to 61.0cm) down the length of the lumber. Repeat the process, stacking the successive layers of lumber and stickers in exactly the same locations as the previous layer, until all of the lumber is in the pile. A weighted roof covers the lumber to protect it from rain and snow. To make the weighted roof, do the following: Retrieve several 4x6 inch timbers that are 6 to 8 inches (15.2 to 20.3cm) longer than the width of your pile. Place one timber across each end of the pile. Place the remaining timbers evenly down the length of the pile. Retrieve a sheet of metal that is 3 to 4 inches (7.6 to 10cm) longer than the pile on each side. Place the metal sheet on top of the timbers. Place cement blocks on top of the metal sheet to keep the roof in place. Place the cement blocks in direct alignment with the stickers.
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One-sentence summary -- Identify an ideal curing location. Prepare the foundation of the stack. Stack the wood and stickers. Create a weighted roof.

" See if she responds. Most likely she will say "Who's this?" Tell her. If she doesn't respond, then just leave her alone for a few days, and try again. If she doesn't text you back, she's not interested. If she does respond, ask her about her friends, family, and interests. Then you can see where it goes from there. A better approach is the simplest message ever: "Hey you." Most likely the girl will not have gotten your number so she will wonder who's talking to her; this means she'll be likely to respond. Likely response #1. If she responds "Hey, who's this?" you can have fun with her by making her guess or tease her for giving her number out to so many guys that she doesn't know who's talking to her. Likely response #2. If she responds: "Oh hey, is this John from the coffee shop?" Just respond "Hope you weren't just waiting around with your phone in your hand all week to hear from me;)" This is a bit cocky, pretty funny, and starts the flirting right away. Now it may not be manly to add smiley faces in messages, but it's hard to tell if someone's joking in text, especially if they don't know you. Optional response. Another response you might want to throw in is: "So is this the cute blonde girl (or the brunette) I met on Wednesday?" or some variation. They will probably be a little shocked by your fortitude, but they will laugh. It's a good idea to have three to four text conversations over the period of a few days to a week before you call her or make a plan for a date. By this time, you will have flirted with her, made her laugh, and there is already enough attraction built up in her mind that screwing up a phone call or a first date will actually be hard for you to do.
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One-sentence summary -- Text her and say "hey. Keep it simple. Play it cool until the next time you contact her.

These hooks have adhesive backings that stick to walls, so you don't have to put a hole in the wall. Weigh the object first so you can pick a hook that will properly support it. Adhesive hooks come in various sizes and should say how many pounds they will hold. The largest of these hooks hold 8 pounds (3.6kg) and the smallest are rated for only 1 pound (0.45kg) of weight. Use 2 hooks for extra support if your item has a wire or two hooks on the back. Use a clean rag or paper towel and some rubbing alcohol to scrub the area of any debris. This will ensure that the adhesive will stick firmly to the wall. If you don't have rubbing alcohol, you can use some warm soapy water to clean the wall. Rub the spot dry after cleaning. If the item you'll be hanging has a wire hanger on the back, be sure to consider the length of the slack. Test this by pulling the center of the wire tight toward the top of your object. Measure from the bottom of the object to where the wire catches. If you are using 2 hooks for an object with two hangers on the back, make sure to measure the distance between the two hangers to make your marks on the wall. If you are using 2 hooks for a wire hanger, measure the width of the object you are hanging and divide that number by 3. Your marks on the wall should be that distance apart. If your hook's adhesive strip is not already on the back of the hook, peel the liner off one side of the strip. Line it up to the back of the hook and press down. Some adhesive hooks come with the adhesive already affixed to the back. Skip this step and move on to the next if that's the case with the adhesive hook you have. Remove the paper lining on the back of the hook, line it up straight, and press the hook firmly onto the wall. Hold for 30 seconds and release. Once the adhesive has dried, hang your items from the hook(s). If your item pulls the adhesive hook off the wall even after you've waited, check to make sure you've used a hook that is appropriate for the weight of your item.
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Choose adhesive hooks for objects up to 8 pounds (3.6kg). Clean the wall with rubbing alcohol for a better hold. Make a small pencil mark where you want the center of your hook to be. Remove the liner from the adhesive strip and affix it to the back of the hook. Press the adhesive side of the hook to the wall for 30 seconds. Allow the adhesive to dry 30-60 minutes.