Let's say the snails/fish died and you want to put the tank away for awhile, or you've bought a used one that looks dirty. What's the best way to clean it up? Is there a cleaning solution that is safe to use on the tanks and filter?
What is safe to clean a tank with?
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White vinegar is good, bleach and water at 1:5 or 1:10 is also good. Vinegar does better if there's hard water deposits.
Keep in mind, you're really trying to avoid stuff that damages the silicon sealant.
Keep in mind, you're really trying to avoid stuff that damages the silicon sealant.
Okay, to take this a step further... What if the previous tank had fish medications in it and I'm worried that it got into the sealant? Will vinegar or bleach remove chemicals like this? Could I soak it for awhile to draw the chemicals out (or neutralize them)?
You can also use salt as a "scouring powder" to get some of the tougher to clean places.
I don't know of anything that would remove contaminates though.
I don't know of anything that would remove contaminates though.
