"Art Todesco" wrote in message
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Richard Evans wrote:
I'm rerouting some wiring in my garage, which necessitates removing
the staples that hold it in its current configuration. I've been using
a flat pry bar with some success (defined as "Got the staple out
without gouging clean through to bare wire.") but I'm wondering if
there is a tool specifically made for this task.
I use a large pair of diagonal cutters. For this to work, you need space
on the sides. Grab the stable just above the wood, not so hard as to
cut it, just a dent to hold onto it. And then, tilt the
handle of the cutters towards the wood. This will lift the side of the
staple. If you're lucky, the other side will come up at the same time.
BTW, you can put a small shim under the cutter head, just next to the
staple, to give a bit of leverage.

I do the same, but use an offset diagonal pliers, it sorta has the shim
built in.