Paint

[tinyninjafishy]

Hey everybody! I bought some tanks that were painted and it is blue which I don't like so I am trying to get it off. Does anybody know the best way to do so? Thanks!

 

[blert]

Razor blade.

 

[tinyninjafishy]

Won't that scratch the glass of the tank though? That's my only fear

 

[blert]

Not if you are careful.

 

[jetajockey]

I've used razor blade and patience. If I have to do it again I might use some sort of paint removing chemical.

 

[foster53]

Keeping the glass wet will reduce the chances of scratching it. A spray bottle works for that. The angle of the blade is important also.

 

[tinyninjafishy]

Thanks! I will definitely wet it before I go at it again. Jeta, do you have any idea of what kind of paint removing chemical?

 

[blert]

Thanks! I will definitely wet it before I go at it again. Jeta, do you have any idea of what kind of paint removing chemical?

Saw some citrus based paint stripper at Home Depot the other day. That might be safer than a harsh chemical, and possibly easier to completely clean off without leaving a potentially harmful residue.

 

[DoubleA]

Windex or slightly soapy water in a spray bottle, a straight razor blade, and a little patience. I prefer not to use harsh chems for removal

Use the blade at a 45 degree angle and avoid running the blade lengthwise across the glass. Not difficult!

 

[azmodan]

I've had success with nail polish remover and a razor blade but proceed with caution.

 

[tinyninjafishy]

I might have to give all of them a try! I used the water spray bottle and a razor blade scraper thing and it worked pretty well actually! Thank you!

 

[foster53]

I might have to give all of them a try! I used the water spray bottle and a razor blade scraper thing and it worked pretty well actually! Thank you!

Your welcome!! Glad all of us could help. Thats why were here

 

[tinyninjafishy]

Yeah I only have two more tanks to go haha. You all really saved me A LOT of time! Thanks