Best way to clean glass of a used tank?

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I am in the process of cleaning a used tank. I completed a citric acid bath to get rid of the most stubborn of the coraline and other algae. I am now looking looking to clean the inside of glass. Is a vinegar and water with a blade spray water best? After that I plan to spray it down and give it a wipe down and let it dry for a few days. Is this the best way to proceed? TIA
 

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Vinegar would work, as would hydrogen peroxide which I've used to sterilise tanks

Then of course, a good RODI rinseout :)
 

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I am in the process of cleaning a used tank. I completed a citric acid bath to get rid of the most stubborn of the coraline and other algae. I am now looking looking to clean the inside of glass. Is a vinegar and water with a blade spray water best? After that I plan to spray it down and give it a wipe down and let it dry for a few days. Is this the best way to proceed? TIA
Vinegar and water with an original - NOT Scented magic Eraser sponge does wonders
 

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I have used bar keepers friend with a magic eraser sponge before. works good
 

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I prefer citric acid. It devours everything, including coralline. And it tastes really good.
 

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