Write an article based on this "Wait for ideal conditions. Mix the paint with a stir stick. Work in small areas to apply the paint with a "V" shape. Create thick coats of paint. Apply the second coat after the first one dries. Apply a conventional paint on top if you want a darker color."
article: The temperature must be over 40F (4C) for the paint to dry properly. Also, it's best to work in dry conditions. If you can't, you'll need to protect the area from rain with an awning or tarp so it doesn't get wet. If it's foggy or dewy, you also should wait to do the work. Painting in hot, humid weather and direct sunlight may also lead to problems. It can affect the drying process and the final look of the paint. Like any paint, elastomeric paint may settle a bit over time. You need to mix it with a paint stick so it has the same consistency throughout. Try not to create bubbles in the mixture. You may need to thin it a bit if you're spraying it on, but never add more than about 16 fluid ounces (470ml) per pail. You will also need to strain the paint with a paint strainer for spray applications. Roll or brush the paint on. Paint in a "v" shape to get better coverage. Make sure you're not leaving any areas unpainted.If you're using a sprayer, go over the area in a consistent motion, making sure you cover all of it in an even coat. If you put polyurethane mesh (which is sold in rolls of 6 inches up to rolls of 4 feet) over the first coat it will prevent the elastomeric from cracking. Apply the paint at the thickness directed by the manufacturer. The coats for this paint are relatively thick, which is what fills in some cracks and provides weatherproofing. However, you must pay attention to the thickness of the paint to get these benefits. The best way to achieve the correct thickness is to follow the manufacturer's instructions for applying the paint.' You can buy machines that measure thickness, but they tend to be somewhat expensive if you're just doing 1 paint project. Wait for the first coat to dry, which should take about 4 to 6 hours. Once it does, apply the second coat in the same way you applied the first. Let it dry as well. Elastomeric paints don't do well in dark colors. They have a tendency to take on a chalky appearance, particularly when in direct sun. Because of this tendency, you won't find many dark colors in this type of paint. If you want a darker color, apply 2 coats of a conventional paint, such as 100% acrylic latex flat or satin-finish exterior paint, over the elastomeric paint.

Write an article based on this "Join the band's fan club. Form connections with the band online. Ask for introductions within your network. Enter contests for backstage passes. Buy VIP tickets. Search online for signings near you. Arrive at the venue a few hours early. Hang around after the show. Attend a concert at a smaller venue."
article: Many fan clubs get secret meet-and-greets before or after the show. This can give you more time to talk to them. Be prepared to pay annual membership fees. Some clubs limit the number of meet-and-greets you can have each year. Follow the band on social media. Get involved in chats or "follow-back" parties they host. Make sure you're chatting with a verified account. On Twitter and Facebook, verified accounts usually have white checkmarks in blue circles. You could say: "I can't believe you wrote that guitar solo in just 15 minutes. That's amazing!" "I was so psyched to find out you like rock climbing. I've been doing it for a few years now. If you're ever in my city, I can show you the gyms with the best climbing walls." Do this if you're lucky enough to have a friend or relative in the music business. You'll probably have the most luck if you know a roadie or someone who works in a recording studio. However, it never hurts to ask your friend who writes for a music magazine or cousin who works as a DJ. Listen to your local radio stations when tickets go on sale. Be prepared to answer a trivia question or call in at exactly the right time. If you don't have time to surf the radio for hours, search online. Many stations will announce these contests on their websites. They cost extra, but you'll be guaranteed to briefly meet the band. Don't get your hopes up. You won't be able to hang out for too long. Most sessions only last long enough to get an autograph or quick snapshot. Many bands sign tee shirts, CDs, autograph books, etc. at music festivals like Coachella or Glastonbury. On the day of the signing, check the band's website or social media page for a specific time and location at the festival. Get there early, since most signings last for a short time. Bands also have signings at music stores when their new albums launch. If you have a music store in your community, keep an eye out when you know the new single is being released. If the concert doesn't have reserved seating, this is your chance to get as close to the stage as possible. If there is reserved seating, you might still be able to catch the band arriving for their soundcheck. Make sure you're standing at the back entrance reserved for the band. Do this with a few friends, since many back entrances are in dark alleyways. Find out ahead of time from crew members or other fans where the band will be exiting. You don't want to be behind the venue if the band will be exiting through a side door. Leave the concert a bit early to get a good spot. Just stick to legally designated areas to avoid getting arrested! Older, more established bands sometimes play at local clubs, bars, and casinos. Of course, you must be old enough to legally drink alcohol and/or gamble to enter. If you're under legal drinking and/or gambling age, some bands might still play at state and county fairs. Smaller venues like these can improve your chances of meeting the band.

Write an article based on this "Foster a positive association with the bike. Bring the bike along for a walk. Teach your dog important cues."
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Start inside. Bring the bike down to the ground so that the dog can explore it. Call it over to you. Explore the bike with the dog, giving it treats, possibly placing treats on the bike. Begin walking with the bike and encourage the dog to follow you. Your demeanor is important in establishing the bike as a fun toy for the dog. Praise your dog and pet him or to create a positive association. Repeat the last exercise on a walk outside with a leash. Begin to take your dog on progressively longer walks. Make sure that the dog does not get caught up in distractions and becomes accustomed to the movement of the bike. Occasionally jog or do a short sprint so that it becomes comfortable with a faster pace alongside the bike. Your dog should learn cues like "slow," "stop," "turn" and "leave it" to be able to cooperate on a bike ride. Give your dog treats when they successfully perform these tricks. When teaching your dog these cues, it is important to use your own unique phrases. Your dog will hear "slow" or "stop" often when you are not biking and this will confuse it. Using an unusual sound or word to signify these commands will ensure that your dog recognizes them.