How to clean barracks?

[Fletch]

I now have one empty Aqua-one Barracks that could do with a good scrub. I will not be using it for a little while so am wondering what's the best way to scub it down. Lots of marks on the glass cubes, especially around the water level.

Any ideas or suggestions???

Thanks. :-)

[shadoh]

The best way to get rid of that build up around the waterline is to use vinegar. Apply straight vinegar to the marks, leave it sit for 10-20 minutes, then scrub with a non-abrasive pad or cloth and rinse well. You may have to repeat the process a couple of times for each side

[Fletch]

White vinegar ok?

[shadoh]

Yep. That's the one to use :)

[Wild Nut]

I've found leftover filter sponge the best for getting rid of grime and marks on glass. In fact I use a piece of filter sponge regularly to clean the glass on our shower door It doesn't seem to scratch the glass that I've noticed. Another alternative is an el cheapo toothbrush.

[kertaz]

I use the sponge that is usually used for washing dishes. I usually also use bleach instead of vinegar.

[paul]

Can you use that "CLR" stuff that they used to advertise before "easy-off BAM" dominated the infomercials?

It's "calcium, lime and rust" remover, and looks like it should do the job... Just never tried!

[Wild Nut]

I'd be worried any chemicals (not including bleach and vinegar) might leave a residue unless they've been very thoroughly cleaned afterward.

[Pyrefly]

+1 for the Vinegar & Filter Sponge attack For stubborn marks you can throw in some bi-carb soda for fizzy cleaning fun. Just rinse well when you're done.

[kertaz]

If you do use bleach though, just to be safe, you can fill up the tank and put water conditioner/dechlorinator.

After I wash my tanks with bleach, I always fill it up, use double to triple dose water conditioner, leave it for a couple of hours and empty it out. That way, you can be sure to remove the bleach.