Coral Glue

cccharliecc · Feb 10, 2018

What do you suggest for affixing corals to plugs and rocks?

I know crazy glue gel works, but what kind of putty or epoxy can I use and can it be bought at Home Depot?

Thanks!

EmdeReef · Feb 10, 2018

I use BRS superglue and works very well. I find epoxy a bit of a hassle but have used two little fishies. Your skimmer could/will go nuts for days after using it.

Personally, I wouldn’t put a putty from HD in my tank though I’m sure some are safe.

cccharliecc · Feb 10, 2018

I thought that Weldon stuff was ok.

bif24701 · Feb 11, 2018

I use either Instant Ocean or Two Little Fishes 2 Part Coral Epoxy sticks with gel super glue.

The absolute bestest way to affix corals is this method:
dap super glue/ small wad epoxy/ another dap super glue.

This method Combines the best attributes of both epoxy and glue, secures to rock/plug quickly and then becomes a super strong long lasting bond.

BoomCorals · Feb 11, 2018

BRS glue. Cheapest and works as well as any other. I buy it in bulk.

xCry0x · Feb 12, 2018

J-B Waterweld epoxy and whatever cyanoacrylate superglue gel you want. Just be sure to get the gel not the liquid superglue =)

I'll second the epoxy sandwich/superglue.

Frag -> Superglue -> Epoxy -> Superglue ----> smash to rock.

mstockmaster · Feb 12, 2018

This is what I use. Small individual tubes so no issues with drying out.

Super Glue 15185 Gel, 12-Pack, .07oz tubes https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004YEN37K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_zjJGAbA1JNC25

bif24701 · Feb 12, 2018

mstockmaster said:
This is what I use. Small individual tubes so no issues with drying out.

Super Glue 15185 Gel, 12-Pack, .07oz tubes https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004YEN37K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_zjJGAbA1JNC25

Those are also sold at Dollar Tree and other Dollar stores. 2 pack-1$, great glue!