gBOYsc2 Posted January 2, 2013 Report Share Posted January 2, 2013 I have some kind of film on the glass of a new aquarium I acquired for free and I cannot get it off for the life of me. I tried vinegar several times, organic clr type stuff, glass cleaner and even a razor with no success. What can I use to get it off? I want to paint the back of the tank but I think this will show if I don't remove it first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckmullin Posted January 2, 2013 Report Share Posted January 2, 2013 tsp perhaps...also take a look @ the glue removers which contain orange....perhaps bleach...vim...baking soda and water...perhaps if you have the powder glass cooktop cleaner... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gBOYsc2 Posted January 2, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 2, 2013 What is tsp? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyfisher Posted January 2, 2013 Report Share Posted January 2, 2013 I've been there had the same problem tried everything finally gave up and spray painted the worst side and called it my back ground. tried:vinegar,CLR,petro based solvent,methyl hydrate,baking soda,isopropyl alcohol even tooth paste with a dremel puffing wheel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckmullin Posted January 2, 2013 Report Share Posted January 2, 2013 What is tsp? http://en.wikipedia....odium_phosphate http://www.homedepot...er-400-g/912197 "cleaner that works on everything from laundry to garage floors. Known for years by professional painters as an excellent grease remover from walls, T.S.P. is a household necessity." ...used it for years from A -> Z Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gBOYsc2 Posted January 2, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 2, 2013 Where would I find TriSodiumPhosphate? I've been there had the same problem tried everything finally gave up and spray painted the worst side and called it my back ground. tried:vinegar,CLR,petro based solvent,methyl hydrate,baking soda,isopropyl alcohol even tooth paste with a dremel puffing wheel. Bummer dude. I hope it's not the same case here. Did it show lots through the painted side? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cainechow Posted January 2, 2013 Report Share Posted January 2, 2013 You can get TSP at most local hardware stores. At the home despot it is on the painting section. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gBOYsc2 Posted January 2, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 2, 2013 Thanks guys I will try that out. Hopefully it works. :P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cainechow Posted January 2, 2013 Report Share Posted January 2, 2013 Oh. Look for blue and white cartons, like the ones for 500 and 1000 ml milk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gBOYsc2 Posted January 2, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 2, 2013 Ohhhh I think I've seen the stuff now that you mention it's in cartons. My mom might even have some of that stuff in her basement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iceturf Posted January 4, 2013 Report Share Posted January 4, 2013 (edited) Is it on the glass or 'in' the glass? I think you can get permanent glass damage from a few cleaning chemicals (off hand I can't remember which ones), they cause the glass to appear misty or translucent because of the deposition/bonding of certain minerals in the surface pores of the glass. Actually its the same thing they do with smartphone screens, except more random and different elements. From what I understand, its not practical to 'undo' . Can make the glass pre-tensioned and thus stronger though. Edited January 4, 2013 by Iceturf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jvision Posted January 4, 2013 Report Share Posted January 4, 2013 Have you filled the tank with water yet? If not, give that a shot as sometimes the film isn't visible when the tank is filled. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gBOYsc2 Posted January 4, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 4, 2013 (edited) Is it on the glass or 'in' the glass? I think you can get permanent glass damage from a few cleaning chemicals (off hand I can't remember which ones), they cause the glass to appear misty or translucent because of the deposition/bonding of certain minerals in the surface pores of the glass. Actually its the same thing they do with smartphone screens, except more random and different elements. From what I understand, its not practical to 'undo' . Can make the glass pre-tensioned and thus stronger though. It's on the glass. I had trouble distinguishing which side of the glass it was on until I held something to each side fo the glass. It looks like hard water stains or something but it is almost not even there. Can barely feel it with my fingers and a razor doesn't seem to have any effect on it. Have you filled the tank with water yet? If not, give that a shot as sometimes the film isn't visible when the tank is filled. Just filled it today but I haven't checked what it will look like. The only reason I want it gone is because I want to paint the back of the tank black and don't want a white film between the glass and paint. I was suggested a magic eraser on a different site I am going to give that a try. If that doesn't work I will try the TSP then if that doesn't work who knows. Edited January 4, 2013 by gBOYsc2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iceturf Posted January 4, 2013 Report Share Posted January 4, 2013 (edited) Get krylon and paint the inside? Edited January 4, 2013 by Iceturf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PistolPete Posted January 4, 2013 Report Share Posted January 4, 2013 ive been there and i made a lil diff but it was always hazy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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