Blu3Shyft
Aquarium Advice Regular
I got this used tank+stand for a steal at a local fish store. Since it was such a deal for me, I'm not loosing any sleep over the condition, but when cleaning it up today (had to replace the top cross support/frame too) I notice some pretty deep scratches around the inside of the tank. I'm thinking the previous owner had some rougher rocks as decorations. I think it was a salt tank.
These scratches are deep enough I can catch my fingernail on them, so I don't think the normal polish or toothpaste methods will work. What other options are there with a Near Zero $ budget?
Also, when cleaning it I found that some spots of the caulking in the corners are coming up and fraying, and some spots are getting discolored. So far as I can tell, the tank is still water tight, but I don't want to take a risk of 46 gallons leaking out on the floor.
I picked up some marineland Aquarium Sealant silicone rubber stuff to seal down the top frame, and I'm wondering if I should peel up the loose stuff and apply this new stuff, or just leave it as is? What would you do?
(side note, the spots on the glass are from this 'aquarium safe cleaner' I picked up from Petsmart. I think I'll take it back and go the vinegar route)
These scratches are deep enough I can catch my fingernail on them, so I don't think the normal polish or toothpaste methods will work. What other options are there with a Near Zero $ budget?
Also, when cleaning it I found that some spots of the caulking in the corners are coming up and fraying, and some spots are getting discolored. So far as I can tell, the tank is still water tight, but I don't want to take a risk of 46 gallons leaking out on the floor.
I picked up some marineland Aquarium Sealant silicone rubber stuff to seal down the top frame, and I'm wondering if I should peel up the loose stuff and apply this new stuff, or just leave it as is? What would you do?
(side note, the spots on the glass are from this 'aquarium safe cleaner' I picked up from Petsmart. I think I'll take it back and go the vinegar route)