Looking for ugly aquariums

[mycoolhoney]

Re: Looking for ugly aquariums

ebay

[SOULJAA]

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Fishcrazy...you may be able to just use a generous amount of vinegar to remove the stains. I haven't tried it, but learned that it works in my chemistry class. Something about the acetic acid (vinegar) bonds w/ the calcium ions which ultimately breaks down the molecular structure of the stain. So after letting the acid sit on the stain (whether thru soaking or wiping a few times), you should be able to just wipe and rinse clean. Or at best, use a razor. I would have tried it by now but none of my 15 tanks aren't stained that much.

[rrocket2002]

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i saw the same ad and now the tank is for sale

Where did you see the tank for sale?

[Ellen]

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http://houstonfishbox.com/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=329&start=0&postdays=0&postorder=asc&highlight=vinegar

Fishcrazy, here's a good thread about water deposits.  

Ellen

[mycoolhoney]

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i think this is it right here

http://houston.craigslist.org/for/218272551.html

[Mzungu]

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When I worked at a fish store in Florida, we had the monthly chore of cleaning each of our tank's (we were all responsible for 2 racks of tanks) glass tops. The system that worked best for us with such a large number of glass tops was fill a "bucket" (okay, trash can on wheels...) with luke-warm water, let it sit for a couple minutes, and then scrape the hard water stains off with a razor blade. Good as new! Just wanted to add that.  :)
I still do my glass tops at home about every month or so this way.  

[Fishcrazy1]

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Thanks for the help folks, I'm off to get some vinegar. (Sorry to hijack the thread).

[mycoolhoney]

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Michael,

I'm curious - what do you want them for? I think I have a broken one outside - I'll have to check for you.

Daisy

daisymac
if you still have it i would really like to know

[szidlon]

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daisymac
i like to rebuild them on my 125 gal i removed the wood grain sticker off the trim and then i put a high gloss shine on it next i'm removing all the hard water stains and scatches on the glass

What do you use to remove the scratches?  I have few scratches on the exterior of a tank I'd like to make disappear.

[daisymac]

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Sorry Michael - my husband actually throws things away - Go Figure!

I'll keep an eye out in the hood - lots of garage sales around these parts!

[mycoolhoney]

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how bad are the scratches can you fell them with your fingernail if not then  Cerium oxide, felt bob, and a drill if you want i am going to be ordering some soon i could sale or trade you a little for you job

[mycoolhoney]

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no problem, that tank i am working on i put such a high gloss on the trim it looks wet (no paint just plastic)

[szidlon]

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They aren't very deep so I'd like to try.  I do have a drill and I'm sure I can get the felt attachment so if you will have some to spare I'll buy/trade you some.

[mycoolhoney]

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just to worn you i get one paycheck a month to spend on my fishy stuff and i just spent it so it might be a little over a month b/4 i can get the  Cerium oxide

[szidlon]

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That's fine, I'm in no hurry.