How to clean a tank

[vanceny]

I just got a used tank and need to clean some of the salt creep on the glass and trim. What should I use for this? Also there was some adhesive tape that left glue on the trim, any suggestions for that? I've heard of using vinagar for this, anyone know of the ratio of water to vinagar? And how can I make the trim look new again.

Thanks for any suggestions.

:Thinking:

 

[Dace]

I just got a used tank and need to clean some of the salt creep on the glass and trim. What should I use for this? Also there was some adhesive tape that left glue on the trim, any suggestions for that? I've heard of using vinagar for this, anyone know of the ratio of water to vinagar? And how can I make the trim look new again.

Thanks for any suggestions.

:Thinking:

depends on how much lettuce and tomato your using. JK. 50/50 should be fine but rinse well when done

 

[Sean]

FYI almost anything on glass comes off with a razor

 

[Josh]

Buy a box of straight edge razors, only use each razor once as they will rust. You can get a plain plastic holder to make it easier to use.

Make sure you don't touch the seals in the corners and edges of the tank.

 

[vanceny]

Thanks for the suggestions. I was just worried about scratching the glass. What should I do about cleaning the trim?

 

[PalmTree]

Some water and vinger with a bit of elbow grease should do the trick. Razor blades for the tough stuff. Kind of like changing the registration on your windshield!:biggrin:

 

[Chiefmcfuz]

I used warm water and a hose to clean the stuff out of my tank and alot of paper towels. Straight razor for the glue and youre set!

 

[jnfallon]

Coralline comes off much easier after soaking in fresh water. Fill the tank w/ water outside, and let soak a day.

You can also use scrubby pads that are glass safe. DONT USE THE GREEN ONES. They scratch. The glass safe are brown I think.

Lastly, vinegar and water are for douching, not sandwiches.