Well, unlike the risk in my job and technical diving where a slip up can easily cost a life, I always told myself I was going to approach this hobby with the idea that the worst thing a slip up would do is at most cost you a kit. However my same motto holds true that you can never rely on experience until shortly after you needed it.
Until 30 minutes ago, I'm not sure what was on the top five list of things never to do, but it's safe to say I've discovered a new # 1 and # 2 if there was ever any to begin with.
1. NEVER alow your inexpereinced hands to be within 5 feet of a paint brush with wet paint if your intent is to weather something.
2. NEVER say WTH, it can't get any worse....Wrong....See rule #1
I'm too embarrassed to even take a picture.
3. NEVER again!
