cleaning an old tank

[killacam9966]

What can i clean an old tank with, it has been unused for a while and i want to make sure there is no mold in it at all.

 

[Zagz]

Clean it with a solution of mild bleach and water, rinse well and add extra dechlorinator to eliminate any leftover chlorine.

 

[killacam9966]

alright thanks

 

[Macrosill]

i use straight white vinegar then rinse with water.
Good Luck,
Brian

 

[killacam9966]

would the vinegar get rid of the green mold?

 

[lyquidphyre]

I don't think its mold, its prolly dried algae and it should help. Also, it helps to have a razor blade (or something like this: http://www.bigalsonline.com/catalog/product.xml?product_id=34941;category_id=2927;pcid1=3347;pcid2= but less fancy, to help scrap it off- glass tanks only)

Also, RINSE THOUROGHLY... once you think you have rinsed it enough, rinse it out 3 more times- residual bleach and vinegar will KILL any fish you put in there... so make sure its super clean

 

[Macrosill]

I first go over the tank with a straight razor blade to get off any caked on stuff. After that I use straight vinegar and a new clean rag to kill any bacteria/mold. After I rinse with water really really really well. That should do it. If anything remains try the razor blade again.

Good Luck,
Brian

 

[killacam9966]

thanks, i am gunna try the vinegar idea.