My 20 gallon has scratches both on the inside and outside of the tank. The tank was made in 91 and has had 2 previous abusive owners. There is scratches on the inside of my tank that has algae in them, and it really gets on my nerves. Also, there is a huge scratch up the back on the outside. Is there any way to remove these? The tank is All-Glass.

Daniel

A glass tank with scratches is not really something that can have scratches removed. It would require more effort and cost than the tank is most likely worth.

Well I did a search, and what I found helped. I took pure baking soda and mixed it with water until it became a paste. I buffed it into the scratches and viola!! Most of them are now invisible. I am going to try to get a new tank, eventually.

Thanks anyaways, Daryl.

Daniel

That is interesting! The mild abrasive of the baking soda was able to polish the glass? Wow.

That is good. I am happy for you.

Yep, it didn't remove it completely, but it is virtually invisible now. I hope this helps someone else, too. I like helping other people with the same problem I have when I know how to fix it!! lol!!

Daniel

That's very interesting indeed . Thx for letting us know.

Intresting. Did you use it on the scratches on the inside too?

No, I think the water would wash it away and it may harm the fish. I have tons of algae in my scratches and it is a pain to get out. I wish I could get rid of them. Maybe someday I can afford a new tank.

Daniel