May be getting a used tank... how to clean?

[Hholly]

The tank appears clean. But not knowing if former occupants had sickness, I will want to clean it properly. Any advice? Thanks!

 

[Convict2161]

The tank appears clean. But not knowing if former occupants had sickness, I will want to clean it properly. Any advice? Thanks!

Well... Whatever you do DON'T boil anything!!

 

[Hholly]

Speaking from experience???
Oh, you meant my driftwood,lol!
Don't worry.

 

[Convict2161]

Speaking from experience???
Oh, you meant my driftwood,lol!
Don't worry.

Haha!! Yeah your driftwood.

 

[Convict2161]

But seriously, just clean it real good am let sit for a while.

 

[Hholly]

Ok, cool. Thanks!

 

[Convict2161]

Maybe vinegar or even bleach. I looked it up and people do use it. Just let sit for a few days.

 

[Hholly]

I was worried about using bleach water because someone told me it hurts the silicone.

 

[joy13]

If it has a lot of mineral or salt deposits use vinegar and water which disinfects as well as bleach. If you use bleach make sure you rinse well and use a little extra declorinator when you fill the tank. If you use vinegar make sure you rinse will as it can mess with the ph.

 

[Hholly]

Ok thanks!