acrylic tank scratches

[fishfriends05]

I am wanting to get rid of some unsightly scratches on both the inside and outside of a 180 gallon acrylic tank. What is the best way to go about it. TIA.

 

[jamal-188]

The only way I'm aware of is to buff them out. Scratch removal kits are available however I've heard it takes a lot of elbow grease to get rid of them.

 

[BBReef]

Novus makes a good compound. not directly for tanks, but works just the same. i actually bought mine from a Harley dealership. there are three levels, 3 is in a green bottle and for deep scratches, 2 is for light scratches, and 1 is just a cleaner. you can get all three bottles on line from their direct site. http://www.novuspolish.com/ it actually works very well. and no need for sanding the scratches down either wich is a very big plus. i just went to the local hardware store a bought one of those buffer things you can put on an electric drill. it takes some time to do, but imo its worth it.

 

[michealprater]

Make sure it is safe for the tank. will you be fixing a tank that is full or empty?