New tank cleaning question!please help.

[rauntu]

Hello everyone i am new to the boards and i have a question. I was just given a 55 gallon tank with bad calcium build up on it. Is there an easy way to clean this because i have know idea, but i willing to put in the work becuase after all it was a free tank. :help: :help:

 

[turningtim]

Welcome to the boards! What kind of tank Glass or arcylic? Don't use a steel wool or type abrasive it will scratch the tank. I use a Kent scraper with a stainless steel blade. A SS razor would work I think. Just be careful of the silicone in the seems. I don't know if white vinegar would cut that stuff or not. Maybe worth a try, just dilute 3-1/4-1 with water. Definatly you should scrape not scrub.
Good Luck
Tim

 

[rauntu]

Thanks alot i will try that by the way it is a glass aquarium.

 

[thegrog]

Posted a reply in another forum.
White vinegar. Pour it on, let it sit for a minute, then scrub with a scrub pad. Use a razor blade for the tough stuff but be careful around the silicone seams as you don't want to cut them. Rinse with water several times before using.
Welcome to the boards!!