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I do the same, melt and fling. Poke of the excess solder just before it turns solid with any small implement that is close at hand. My favorite is still a dull or busted dental explorer which you can get from your dentist at no cost. Just shake the chassis after this to get the droplets out onto your bench.

Now remember that this stuff is nasty. Sweep it up and dispose of it responsibly. And wash your hands when you return to the first floor, lest you glow in the dark as I do.