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Calcium?/lime? scale buildup

Posted: Sat Dec 28, 2013 2:05 pm
by Kryorke
I got a used tank yesterday that had a whitish, chalky looking ring around the inside. I tried a scrub brush and hot water without much luck. In my Google searchings, all the posts I read said chemical cleaner or vinegar. I didn't wNt to use either one. I did end up finding a post that said to try straight lemon juice, and since I g ive my guys lemons, I felt comfortable trying it. And it worked!! It came off completely. Just an FYI for everyone.

Calcium?/lime? scale buildup

Posted: Tue Jan 28, 2014 3:40 pm
by JediMasterThrash
Great to know! I always want to avoid bleach and ammonia around the tank, good to know of alternatives.