Oh man, that's a solid tip. Most people grab a putty knife and start chipping, which just cracks the old wood. The heat softens everything up so it peels off in long strips, no splinters. Saves hours of cleanup.

That's a serious family tradition right there. I'd be asking them what the biggest change they've seen is, like if certain flowers got way more popular or if the bidding process went digital. Those old timers have seen the whole market shift over decades. You learn more from their stories than any guidebook.

Oh man, drywall anchors are a must. My first shelf fell off the wall too, scared my cat half to death. The metal toggle bolt ones are the only kind I trust now.