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At Artisan Frag Plugs, we believe better reef keeping starts with better information. Our reef blog is dedicated to helping hobbyists make informed decisions about coral care, fragging techniques, reef substrates, aquarium flow, coral attachment, and long-term reef health. As reef keepers and frag plug manufacturers, we spend countless hours testing products, observing coral growth, and refining the systems we use in our own aquariums.
We take an education-first approach because healthy corals will always matter more than sales. Whether you're comparing frag plug materials, researching coral encrustation, learning about water chemistry, or searching for the best substrate for your next frag, our goal is to provide practical information backed by real reefing experience.
Explore our growing collection of articles below and discover the science, techniques, and lessons that continue to shape the products we create and the reefs we build.
Check out our articles to learn more about coral growth, reef aquaria, and more directly from the reef nerds of Artisan Frag Plugs.
Founded in Lee's Summit, MO in 2026, Artisan Frag Plugs is a premium frag plug manufacturer that blends intentional design with natural science and aesthetics.
Our product line focuses on aragonite-based coral frag substrates designed for soft and stony corals alike. By using the ingredients that corals love in the wild, we can produce a more natural reef environment rich with visual harmony.
The process starts with a methodical pour focused on structural integrity at the base and organic surfaces on top.
The cure phase solidifies chemical matrices and allows the plugs to achieve their peak hardness.
The soak is the most important step for ensuring plugs are reef-safe and ready for use in a live ecosystem.