Removing Coralline

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  1. us13fox

    us13fox Feather Duster

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    How do I get the coralline off the back of a tank that I just bought? I have tried using a razor blade and scraper and it hasnt even touched the stuff!
     
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  2. Zoanthids21

    Zoanthids21 McKoscker’s Flasher Wrasse

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    The razor blade works everytime for me..Or you can get a tuxedo urchin and he will eat it. I have one, he eats it.
     
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  3. Corailline

    Corailline Super Moderator

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    It is a dry heat, yeah right !
    How big is the tank? If you can let is soak in a solution of diluted vineger a couple hours. Works wonders for me.
     
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  4. us13fox

    us13fox Feather Duster

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    Ok so I really dont have to clean it off then since I already cleaned the tank with vinegar and water??
     
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    us13fox Feather Duster

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    Its a 29 gallon and I havent tried that yet might give it a go!
     
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  6. Telgar

    Telgar Snowflake Eel

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    A flat razor blade held at an approx 45* angle to the glass and pressed firmly will take it right off.
     
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  7. us13fox

    us13fox Feather Duster

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    Ok great thanks everyone!!
     
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