Article: Hold the gun or can about 12 inches (30cm) away from the surface and use steady, sweeping motions to apply the base coat paint, which should be the same color as the rest of the car. Overlap each pass by 50% for smooth, even coverage. Let the layer dry for 30 minutes. To protect yourself from harmful fumes, make sure to wear protective gear such as a face mask and gloves while painting. If you're using a spray can make sure to spray a bit of paint away from the bumper several times to clear out the nozzle. After the first layer has dried, check for any drips or imperfections. Wet sand them smooth with a spray bottle and sandpaper. Wipe away any dust with a clean tack cloth. Always wipe down the bumper cover with a clean tack cloth after sanding the new layer. Apply up to 3 coats total, or until the paint has full, even coverage. Hold the can or clean spray gun of clear coat about 12 inches (30cm) away from the bumper and spray on the clear coat in light, sweeping layers. Let the layer dry for 20 minutes, then apply a second coat and let it dry as well. Each time you go over the bumper with the clear coat, overlap the previous pass by 50% for the best coverage. This time will let the paint cure and harden fully. The longer it dries, the longer the paint will hold up and remain durable, so you could even wait up to 24 hours. After the minimum 6 hours, you can remove any tape and masking materials from the car or reattach the bumper to the body.
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Use a spray can or gun to paint on a layer of base coat and let it dry. Wet sand any imperfections with 1500-grit sandpaper and wipe it down. Repeat the painting, drying, and sanding process 1-2 more times. Apply 2 layers of clear coat to seal in the base coat. Let the bumper cover dry for at least 6 hours before driving or reattaching it.
Article: Read through your account agreement before withdrawing any cash. You should understand the costs involved before taking action. You may be able to do this by logging into your account and searching on the website for your bank or credit card company. Standard terms for cash advances may include fees of 3-5% of the amount withdrawn. Find out what interest rate you'll have to pay on your cash advance, when it starts accruing, and how often it will accrue. Make sure you'll be able to pay the interest before you take out the advance. Median annual interest rates for cash advance on most credit cards is currently around 24%. Generally, the cash advance rate is 5%-6% above the rate of purchases. Interest on cash advances often begins accruing immediately. Even if you pay off the advance as soon as possible, you may not be able to avoid paying at least some interest. Always ask if your next payments will go straight toward your higher-interest balances. If not, the cost of your cash advance may become punitive. Pay off cash advance balances as soon as possible. The high interest rates on them mean the debt can quickly grow well beyond the amount you took out as an advance.
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Know the fees. Learn the interest rate. Understand the repayment system.
Article: If you want to take your mind off what's happening back at home, throw yourself into school or work. Make an extra effort in all your classes and schedule in time to study after school each day. If you are an adult with a job, try to focus on keeping your performance up to par. If you have trouble studying at home, visit a coffee shop or library. If your grades are falling, considering seeking out a tutor to help you. If your parent's condition interferes with your job performance, ask for some time off to pull yourself together. Staying busy can help you better cope with your parent's drinking. The more productive things on your schedule, the less time you'll have to sit around worrying. Plus, getting involved in sports, clubs, and organizations at your school or in your local community can keep you away from home a lot. Taking part in extracurriculars helps you spend time with positive people and may even protect you from using alcohol or drugs yourself. If you have a few buddies you trust, dedicate more time to hanging out with them. Talk to them about what's happening at home. You might feel ashamed to share all the details of your parent's drinking, but it's important that you have social support. Tell your closest pals a little of what's happening and then gauge their reactions to decide how much more you might want to share. For example, you might start by saying, "I really don't like being at home when my dad drinks. Can I come over your house?" Do you have any interests outside of school, work, or extracurriculars? If so, commit extra time to pursuing those interests. If you don't have any hobbies, consider what you like doing and figure out hobbies that might match your interests. For example, you might start writing stories or poems, playing a musical instrument, or babysitting for extra cash.
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Focus on your studies or career. Get involved with extracurriculars. Get support from friends. Develop hobbies.