Keith Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 I have my roaches in an aquarium glass tank. The sides have gotten really dirty and smelly so I'm doing a full cleaning. and hot water and scrubbing aren't enough. Is there something safe to use to clean better? I have antibacterial soap could that be ok if rinsed thoroughly? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wcbpolish Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 Vinegar. Maybe rubbing alcohol if you let it completely evaporate afterwards. Maybe ammonia if you let it completely evaporate afterwards. I'd avoid anything that is antimicrobial, personally. I don't generally even like to use that stuff on myself... I sort of like my good fauna. Perhaps dish-soap would be better Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hisserdude Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 ^Yes Vinegar is amazing. It should work nicely on your cage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matttoadman Posted January 22, 2016 Share Posted January 22, 2016 I am suprized at just how permanently stained glass tanks can get. Razor blades are your friend. I turn the tank on its side and pour enough vinegar to cover the side without spilling and soak. Then scrub with paper towel. Save the razor blade for the stubborn stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hibiscusmile Posted January 23, 2016 Share Posted January 23, 2016 If the tank can be moved (id) small enough, I always used dish soap and a good rinse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Posted January 26, 2016 Author Share Posted January 26, 2016 Thank you for the ideas! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ranitomeya Posted January 27, 2016 Share Posted January 27, 2016 I go outside and pick lemons for their acidic juice when I have to clean tanks with stains that need dissolving. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Posted January 28, 2016 Author Share Posted January 28, 2016 I go outside and pick lemons for their acidic juice when I have to clean tanks with stains that need dissolving. I also have pure lemon juice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fingerlakefeeders Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 Vinegar, baking soda...nothing else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hisserdude Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 Vinegar, baking soda...nothing else. 1+ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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