How to Separate Stuck Trash Barrels

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Stack your trash barrels to save space, then oops you can't seem to pull them apart again? Here is the answer.

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    Since water can't be compressed it will uniformly lift the top garbage so you can remove it.
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    Try to flex the barrels apart from each other a bit to let the water get in between them.
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    Pour a copious amount around the edge where the barrels meet, flexing to allow it to get between the barrels. It should mix and form suds with the water. As a bonus your barrels will get cleaned by this process.
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    With enough soap penetration the top barrel should slide out easily. If not, apply more soap and water as above and try again.
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      • As you attempt to get water to the bottom trash barrel, you may get more water down by flexing the top barrel lip or the outside sides. Tighter seals will take longer, but water will get down there and will not require much lifting.
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      • Don't be afraid to use a lot of soap and water. A soapy coat needs to form all around between the barrels.
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