Tank Disinfecting

[scolist]

I have a fishtank that was last used for a reptile. It's been empty for the last month. Do I need to disinfect the tank? And what should I use as a disinfectant?

Thanks,

Scott

[Heyguy74]

I would use bleach. Fill the tank with water and add a few cups of bleach. Let a filter run for a few hours at least. Drain teh tank and make sure to rinse it well. You can use a declorinator after a few rinses to make sure the bleach is gone. If you smell bleach keep rinsing.

[spyder]

I use vinegar and a hose

[atorres]

I would use Potassium Permanganate. You do not need to worry about bleach or vinger residue. This kills everthing and you nueatralize it with perioxide. You can use the same water and not have to empty the tank. Buy it at The Chemistry Store.com located in St. Cayce, SC 29033.
Angel