How do I remove algae on glass?

[Doozie]

Hi guys.

Recently my tank glass is getting green patches - annoying on the front 'viewing' side. There's not a lot of it but I find it hard to get off - have tried using a cloth and a magnet cleaner and neither have helped much.

Was thinking I could use a scraper but a bit wary of scratching the glass.

Can you suggets any other solutions? thanks.

 

[oscarcrazy]

Your lfs will have a appropriate cleaning pads, depending on if your tank is glass or acrylic. They will do a quick and easy job.

 

[Cammo X]

A blunted blade works good, or better yet a sharp one, shouldnt have any concern with scratching, the sharpness of the blade usually cuts it right off without too much pressure applied.

Cam

 

[oscar n redtail cat]

what about a plec or a sucking loach

 

[Onion01]

what about a plec or a sucking loach

fei-fengs are the best algae removers, but you shouldn't buy a fish just because it eats algae. buy a fish for the fish

 

[2004exrider]

I use a plastic putty knife

 

[Knowdafish]

A razor blade works great!

 

[Dixon81]

algae removing pad for me

 

[Deepsouth]

Tell the wife to scrub the tank.

 

[Druu]

Tell the wife to scrub the tank.

You can use those rough green scouring pads your grocery store has. You get a 3 pack for less than 2 bucks. Make sure you get the regular ones- I think they've got ones with chemicals in it too.