Magic Eraser is a safe and effective algae scrubber for acrylic tubs, but it is not suitable for fiberglass-reinforced bathtubs. It should be used carefully to avoid scratches and damage to the surface. The Magic Eraser removes soap scum, water stains, and hard surfaces, but it may cause visible scratches and cracks in the surface. Heavy and sturdy tubs, or those that have been chipped, are likely made of porcelain or high-gloss wall paints.
Dobi Pads and Magic Eraser Pads both scratch acrylic, but if drained, fine scratches or swirl marks may appear. Mr. Clean Magic Eraser is 100% reef safe and works well to clean both inside and outside an acrylic aquarium. However, it is important to avoid using harsh scrubbers or scouring pads when cleaning acrylic or fiberglass tubs, as these can cause scratches and damage the surface.
Magic Eraser is softer than acrylic and breaks apart when rubbed against acrylic. While it does not scratch acrylic to a noticeable level, it does break down and can cause irritation if the paint job is cracked or damaged. The Magic Eraser is 100 reef safe and works great for cleaning both inside and outside an acrylic aquarium.
In conclusion, Magic Eraser is a safe and effective algae scrubber for acrylic tubs, but it is important to avoid using harsh scrubbers or scouring pads on the surface.
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Hi, I Just subed !!! are those Clear for Life acrylic tanks ? I just ordered one waiting for it to be delivered . Definitely worried about the scratches lol I like using HOB filters but worried I might not find one that works ( due to fit in filter slots ) with Clear for life tanks thats why I was asking to see if you have any experience with that. Great informative article !!
After many long months of planning, building and spending $, I finally had my glass 250 gallon thank installed into a wall. The day of the first test fill, one of the kids was sweeping the floor in front of the tank, somehow making contact with the glass with the end of the broom handle resulting in a 4″ -5″ scratch almost dead center . That scratch is the first thing I see every time I look at that tank. 😢
You can use micro-mesh to take out visible scratches. Starting with 1500 and going up to 12,000+. Flipper has a cleaning pad that has acrylic blades too – can use that around the sand base. Testing micro-mesh out on acrylic out the water, shows some tiny micro scratches from the sanding procedure though – but any v isible scratch or deep ones are totally gone. You don’t have to empty the tank either. Micro-mesh has vinyl backings that you can silicone to cleaning pads. Just swipe along in vertical/horizontal – never circle motions… working way up through higher grits.
So you don’t have to empty a tank to buff out the scratches, can use might magnets, mesh etc to do it whilst the tanks wet. The particles won’t hurt the fish and will be consumed by your filtration. Currently looking at a 200 gallon tank and my gut says acrylic. It will be a custom build, and the idea of waking up to a failed glass seam causes me anxiety, glass will fail, it is inevitable, just a case of seeing it in time, especially when your keeping marine with large flow rates. Sure I could brace it, steel on corners etc but would ruin the 360 degree aesthetic I’m striving for.