WMAS Discussion Forum : Best Way to Attach Leathers? http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Sat, 20 Jun 2026 07:59:43 +0000 Mon, 15 Nov 2010 21:17:24 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.03 360 www.utahreefs.com/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=44732 <![CDATA[WMAS Discussion Forum]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/1by1.gif http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/ <![CDATA[Best Way to Attach Leathers? : I like the toothpick method for...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44732&PID=385434&title=best-way-to-attach-leathers#385434 Author: jwoo
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Posted: November 15 2010 at 9:17pm

I like the toothpick method for most frags. If it's a bigger one the pure rubber band works well. ]]> Mon, 15 Nov 2010 21:17:24 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44732&PID=385434&title=best-way-to-attach-leathers#385434 <![CDATA[Best Way to Attach Leathers? : Not all leathers are created equal....]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44732&PID=385418&title=best-way-to-attach-leathers#385418 Author: Shane H
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Posted: November 15 2010 at 7:45pm

Not all leathers are created equal.  Depending on how fragile the coral is, you can use any of these methods - or use bridal veil to tie the frag down until it attaches.
 
BTW - I like using wooden toothpicks.  You can easily break the toothpick after inserting it through the coral.  This sometimes helps with the placement or to insure the rubberbands can be installed correctly.  Many times, I have not ever removed the toothpick.  Just clip the ends near the coral after it has attached.
]]> Mon, 15 Nov 2010 19:45:35 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44732&PID=385418&title=best-way-to-attach-leathers#385418 <![CDATA[Best Way to Attach Leathers? : A simple elastic is quick and...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44732&PID=385409&title=best-way-to-attach-leathers#385409 Author: Mark Peterson
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Posted: November 15 2010 at 6:14pm

A simple elastic is quick and simple. Not too tight or it cuts too much through the flesh. This one was ready to have the elastic removed.

]]> Mon, 15 Nov 2010 18:14:38 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44732&PID=385409&title=best-way-to-attach-leathers#385409 <![CDATA[Best Way to Attach Leathers? : I&#039;ll have to try the toothpick...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44732&PID=385393&title=best-way-to-attach-leathers#385393 Author: superman1981
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Posted: November 15 2010 at 4:29pm

I'll have to try the toothpick trick, I've never tried that before.

I have tried the placing between rocks and the thread/sewing, and had okay luck with both of those. I'm really just looking for a better option.

Tonight I'll have to turn my 6 gal nano into a min frag tank... hopefully I'll have another tank setup before the frags outgrow the nano!


Edited by superman1981 - November 15 2010 at 4:30pm]]> Mon, 15 Nov 2010 16:29:57 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44732&PID=385393&title=best-way-to-attach-leathers#385393 <![CDATA[Best Way to Attach Leathers? : I have used the toothpick method...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44732&PID=385387&title=best-way-to-attach-leathers#385387 Author: jmtreml
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Posted: November 15 2010 at 4:05pm

I have used the toothpick method and that worked great for me, another method I have used it placing the coral between 2 rocks and just waiting for it to attach itself.  ]]> Mon, 15 Nov 2010 16:05:35 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44732&PID=385387&title=best-way-to-attach-leathers#385387 <![CDATA[Best Way to Attach Leathers? : CapnMorgan wrote:I like the...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44732&PID=385386&title=best-way-to-attach-leathers#385386 Author: Jeremyw
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Posted: November 15 2010 at 4:02pm

Originally posted by CapnMorgan CapnMorgan wrote:

I like the toothpick method. stick a plastic toothpick through the leather about 1/2-1" above the cut edge. Then loop a rubber band over a rock and the two end of the toothpick. After about a week you can take off the band and slide the toothpick out. 


I like this idea best! It seems to work for everyone. ]]> Mon, 15 Nov 2010 16:02:03 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44732&PID=385386&title=best-way-to-attach-leathers#385386 <![CDATA[Best Way to Attach Leathers? : I like sewing them around rocks....]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44732&PID=385385&title=best-way-to-attach-leathers#385385 Author: MadReefer
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Posted: November 15 2010 at 3:54pm

I like sewing them around rocks. Or just placing them between two rocks until they attach.]]> Mon, 15 Nov 2010 15:54:58 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44732&PID=385385&title=best-way-to-attach-leathers#385385 <![CDATA[Best Way to Attach Leathers? : I like the toothpick method. stick...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44732&PID=385382&title=best-way-to-attach-leathers#385382 Author: CapnMorgan
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Posted: November 15 2010 at 3:41pm

I like the toothpick method. stick a plastic toothpick through the leather about 1/2-1" above the cut edge. Then loop a rubber band over a rock and the two end of the toothpick. After about a week you can take off the band and slide the toothpick out. ]]> Mon, 15 Nov 2010 15:41:26 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44732&PID=385382&title=best-way-to-attach-leathers#385382 <![CDATA[Best Way to Attach Leathers? : I&#039;m slowly moving towards...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44732&PID=385378&title=best-way-to-attach-leathers#385378 Author: superman1981
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Posted: November 15 2010 at 3:18pm

I'm slowly moving towards tearing down my 125... but before I do, I want to keep frags of some of my leathers.

What is the best way to attach frags of Devils Hand and Toadstools?

Thanks in advance!

-Tim]]> Mon, 15 Nov 2010 15:18:39 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44732&PID=385378&title=best-way-to-attach-leathers#385378