Remove the stem from coral plug

[danreef55]

What is the best way to remove the stem from a coral plug?

 

[StartingATank]

Cut it off with scissors

 

[Uncle99]

Wire cutters do an ok job and fast.

 

[Matt L]

What is the best way to remove the stem from a coral plug?

I use bonecutters. I place the blades about a quarter of the way into the stem, flush with the bottom, then make a quick forceful squeeze. The stem usually pops off with force, so point it away from you and others.

 

[dangles]

I use bonecutters. I place the blades about a quarter of the way into the stem, flush with the bottom, then make a quick forceful squeeze. The stem usually pops off with force, so point it away from you and others.

Same. Works really well.

 

[DylanE]

I use my tin snips

 

[Double monti 61]

I use a ceramic tile cutter