Cleaning Outside Glass....

[Steve_R]

Hi all, hope well.

Bit of a newbie question this, and couldn't find anything with a search.

What are the best materials/cleaning fluids to clean the outside of my tank?

You can buy special 'tank glass cleaner' which is presumably non-toxic but I was wondering if there was any household cleaner that people use that is safe and gets the class really clean.

Many thanks
Steve

 

[morgan]

Hi, I just use a damp cloth to clean (mainly water marks) and then a dry cloth to polish. I think some people do use chemicals but I don't. Hope that helps.

 

[timmystood]

I just use window cleaner - providing the tank lid is closed and the lid is on properly it shouldn't be a problem - just don't use too much.

Hope this helps.
TIM

 

[IovaykInD]

Using newspaper also helps because of the oil on the newspaper.

 

[Arfie]

1 part white vinegar to 2 parts water and plenty of elbow grease. The vinegar cuts through oily and greasy stuff and will remove calcium deposits. Keep the lid on though.

Arfie

 

[Bloo]

I just use Window cleaner. Just keep your lid closed and don't stick your hands in the tank afterwards ! (before washing them thoroughly).

 

[Gazoo]

I use glass cleaner like others. I just make sure that I spray it on the towel instead of directly on the glass.

 

[Steve_R]

Thanks to everybody for replying, guess I am being a bit paranoid.

I'll just use glass cleaner!

Many thanks
Steve

 

[Rooster]

car window wipes are good... as are spectacle wipes !

 

[BigC]

Vinegar and newspaper and a good polish off afterwards with a lint free cloth.