Cutting coco fiber bricks?

[MatthewM1]

I use a serrated kitchen knife and cut into each corner as deep as I can, then saw along each flat edge with the knife to score it a bit, apply pressure to both ends with the corner of a counter or table pressing along the line and it should snap somewhat evenly along that line =) I've done it a couple times now it's works pretty well

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[deranged chipmunk]

this is actually a neat thread. whenever i need a small amount, i spray a brick and remove what i need and repeat until i have enough. but i never needed a half a brick, it's nice to see the ideas other people come up with.

[unkempt1]

I use a serrated kitchen knife and cut into each corner as deep as I can, then saw along each flat edge with the knife to score it a bit, apply pressure to both ends with the corner of a counter or table pressing along the line and it should snap somewhat evenly along that line =) I've done it a couple times now it's works pretty well

I know what you're talking about. I may give that a shot first!

[GrifTheGreat]

I do what HerpGuy does now. I usually poke holes in the bag to allow for air circulation so it doesn't mold or go bad.

[fish4all]

I put mine in a big plastic tub and hydrate it all. I have kept the tub full for months without mold, mildew or any other problems with the lid on in the garage. I also buy it by the big combo brick so I hydrate a lot of it at one time. But I am using it for plants mostly so I always use a lot through the year. The large packs with the 4 bricks are thinner and easier to break up but that is a lot more than most herp/amphib keepers would use in a a couple years.

[chocoboFFA]

i used to do it all the time for my iggy one wasnt enough but 2 was too much

the trick.... electric carving knife and time

[RabidWombat]

I've got a nice little saw that does the trick very quickly - Amazon.com: Shark Corp 10-2312 12-Inch Carpentry Saw: Home Improvement

I used to use a serrated kitchen knife before I had this handy saw.

[deranged chipmunk]

how about a chainsaw or explosives? anyone think they would be useful in this application??