Saw somewhere they need a hard boil first.

Ever been in a kitchen where someone forgot they were frying bacon? That distinct smell of regret hits different.

Really? I'd have figured it was still wet enough, man.

I keep a lumber crayon in my apron pocket for marking grain right after I plane the boards. It's faster than chalk and doesn't rub off as easy. Why do we always learn this lesson the hard way? Now I double-check the grain before any drilling or screwing.

Heard using a liquid deglosser first can work if you're really against sanding.