calcium buildup removal methods

[water12]

I have bad calcium buildup on the hood of my tank around the cut outs for my filter...what do you guys do to get rid of this annoying problem???

 

[Damojoker13]

hi there, im a newbi and havent had the calcium probs yet but just a thought on the hood could you not use something like lemon juice but making sure you clean it off really well when your done as for the cut outs i would try and "scrape" as much off as possible. i will keep an eye open for you and see what i can dig up. where abouts are you?

 

[Damojoker13]

as a quick internet search found this: How to Get Rid of Calcium Deposits on Fish Tanks | eHow.com i hope this helps

 

[blert]

Remove the hood and soak/scrub with a strong vinegar solution. Use a razor blade for the tough areas. Rinse.

To help keep it from coming back wipe weekly with a clean cloth dampened in a weak vinegar solution.