Scratches on glass tank?

[marka1620]

Basically, is there something that will remove very fine scratches on a glass aquarium (outside glass)? I used the wrong type of pad trying to remove some gumk on the outside of my tank. Left me with fine scatches.

 

[sly]

Have you tried to wash the glass? Are you sure the scratches aren't just superficial and will rub off if you clean them?

 

[marka1620]

I checked and they are scratches. Very very fine and figure some sort of polishing compound should do the trick....I think.

 

[sly]

Not sure. You might be able to get something from Autozone. Most scratch kits I've seen for aquariums are for acrylic.

 

[ifirefight]

If you rub your fingernail across it...... and it "catches".... you are probably not going to be able to "buff" it out. Sorry.

 

[marka1620]

My fingernail doesnt snag...so I think I can work with it.

 

[ifirefight]

Originally Posted by Marka1620
My fingernail doesnt snag...so I think I can work with it.
Good!! Do a search....Lots of products on the market to remove superficial scratches,,,,,ecspecially on the outside of the glass. Good luck.

 

[snaredrum]

Did you use a sponge from a local shop like Walmart? The reason I ask is that I noticed that most cleaning sponges and pads will say "Not for Aquarium use". I just hope you didn't use it inside. Any way, I would try jewelers Rouge (Spelling) They use that for removing scratches from glass and gold. Its a real fine paste. I think it might work. Good Luck