Painted the back of my tank

[skyking]

Looking for advice. I spray painted the back of my 150 build and just in case I got some overspray inside the tank, whats the best way to make sure its perfectly clean before I add my livestock? Carbon?
Thanks Guys,
Jeff

 

[fidofence]

Razor blade

 

[chris s]

Fidofence;828283 wrote: Razor blade

+1

Just be careful around the silicone seams.

 

[skyking]

Thanks for the response but that part is taken care of. I'm concerened about any paint thats LEFT OVER after I've scraped, rinsed, and cleaned with vinegar. Should I still be hyper cautious and run the tank through a filter/carbon or anything? Keep in my that this is a brand new build. The tank doesnt even have water yet and is not completely installed.

 

[mc524]

Did you cover the open top with paper and tape? I am planning to paint the back of my tank as well. However, I think I am going to roll it on instead. I have mine all paper/taped off, but thinking the rolled on might be less mess to deal with. I painted a piece of Lexan for my current LED holder/canopy. I can see a few places where I just didn't get enough coverage. Can't see it from an angle, but I know its there.:yes: So I'm hoping rolling it on will eliminate that type of problem.
Following along these types of threads...good info given out.:up:

 

[skyking]

I covered it but not good enough. It took about 7 cans just to get the coverage I wanted. Granted this is a 150. My whole garage had a beautiful blue tint! LOL. Luckily I was able to rinse everything off. Even though the finished product looks amazing, I can tell that any type of friction or rubbing will wear the paint off. Shouldnt be a big deal sinse I'm not planning on touching the back of the tank anyway. Rolling may be a good option. It might even give it a cool textured look if you use the right roller.

 

[jbadd99]

After I painted mine, which all I did was tape off the sides was give it a quick wipe with a damp cloth. No problems afterwards.

 

[rdnelson]

Thought about rolling mine when I did it but was concerned that it may leave roller marks. I think it coverred very well after a couple of coats.
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[butch]

You can try wiping the tank down with rubbing alcohol on a paper towel. You should be good to go after that.

 

[skyking]

Thanks Guys! Much appreciated.

 

[morganatlanta]

I've had better luck rolling/brushing than spraying.