Stuck tray in the sink - How to separate

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The discussion revolves around a practical problem of a tray being stuck horizontally in a kitchen sink. Participants share their experiences and suggest various methods to separate the tray from the sink.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant suggests using cold water instead of hot water to help the tray expand and separate from the sink.
  • Another participant reports that their attempts with hot water were unsuccessful.
  • A participant mentions breaking the corner of the tray with a hammer, indicating a more drastic approach.
  • Humorous exchanges occur regarding the situation, including references to "Rock - Paper - Scissors" with the items involved.
  • There are playful comments about the participant's relationship with the tray, suggesting a growing frustration.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the best method to separate the tray from the sink, with multiple approaches being discussed and no clear resolution presented.

Contextual Notes

Participants express uncertainty about the effectiveness of their proposed solutions and the outcomes of their attempts, with no definitive method established.

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My tray got stuck in the kitchen sink like horizontally. I tried putting hot water on top of it but it is not working. Any possible solution ?
My tray got stuck in the kitchen sink like horizontally. I tried putting hot water on top of it but it is not working. Any possible solution ?
 
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aisha072 said:
My tray got stuck in the kitchen sink like horizontally.
Oh my !

aisha072 said:
Any possible solution ?
Hot water should make it expand, so try cold water. . . . :oldsmile:
If worst comes to worst. . . I might be able to help.
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Lol. . . no, just try the cold water. .:oldbiggrin:

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Nothing happened :(

I broke its corner with a hammer
 
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aisha072 said:
Nothing happened :(

I broke its corner with a hammer
Serve it right. It had it coming!
 
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aisha072 said:
Nothing happened :(

I broke its corner with a hammer
Rock - Paper - Scissors.

In your case, Sink ,Tray, Hammer.
 
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256bits said:
Rock - Paper - Scissors.

In your case, Sink ,Tray, Hammer.
Do you do sort of thing regularly in your house. i.e. is it a family trait ?
 
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aisha072 said:
I broke its corner with a hammer
sophiecentaur said:
Do you do sort of thing regularly in your house. i.e. is it a family trait ?
The corner did come from the tray, right ?. . . right ?? . :nb)

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My tray . . .
Man, I'll bet you're forming an intense dislike for that tray, right about now. . .
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