how do i remove mineral deposits?

[asa]

just picked up a used 46 gal bow front glass tank(marineland). has some mineral deposits that i'd like to remove before i set up the tank.

calling out to the experts here. how do i remove the deposits from the glass tank and black framing???

mahalo from hawaii.

 

[dkpate]

Welcome to AA!

You could try vinegar, and rinse really well.

 

[asa]

thanks.
i'll try it.

 

[Lynae]

Try salt, sprinkled on a paper towel thats soaked in vinegar. It helps work like an abrasive!

 

[meegosh]

Moved to General Hardware/Equipment Discussion.

 

[cmor1701d]

White vinegar and a SOFT toothbrush followed by many fresh water rinses.

 

[asa]

thanks all.
what if is used green scrubbie?

it shouldn't damage the glass right???

 

[jsoong]

I use green scrubbies on my glass tank without problems. The vinegar, however, helps soften the mineral deposit so you don't have to scrub as hard.

 

[asa]

thanks jsoong. btw, do you have a picture of your tank. sounds intriguing.