Why keep it boxed for 24 hours?

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YouI painted this! Can I use it tonight?

VarnishWait! I’m the varnish. I’m still drying.

VarnishOpen the box too soon, and dust and fingerprints stick to me while I’m wet.

So your piece naps in its box for 24 hours.

VarnishShiny, sealed and ready for your shelf!Your piece is for decoration only: the varnish is not safe for food or drinks.

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Read it as text

You: I painted this! Can I use it tonight?
Varnish: Wait! I’m the varnish. I’m still drying.
Varnish: Open the box too soon, and dust and fingerprints stick to me while I’m wet.
So your piece naps in its box for 24 hours.
Varnish: Shiny, sealed and ready for your shelf!
Your piece is for decoration only: the varnish is not safe for food or drinks.

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