Things You'll Need
- Cloth
- Aquarium scraper
- Paper towel
- Vinegar
Instructions
Wipe the inside of the glass with a damp cloth and remove what you can. Rinse the cloth of any algae and repeat.
Scrape from the bottom upward with an aquarium scraper (which is designed not to mar the glass or transparent plastic finish) and rinse the scraper under running water. Remove any algae scrapings that fall to the bottom of the tank or remain stuck to the sides, using a paper towel.
Pour a small amount of white or apple cider vinegar onto a clean cloth. Wipe away any remaining algae. Use the aquarium scraper to remove any algae loosened by using the vinegar. Use a clean, damp cloth to wipe away any vinegar residue, which can change the tank water's pH level, before adding water back into the tank.