Using sharpie vs dry erase markers?

[Gudgie]

For writing on the outside of glass aquariums, is it better to use sharpie or dry erase markers? I'd like to write on my fry tanks to help keep track of dates, but want to make sure it's removable. Was leaning towards sharpie since I can likely remove it with alcohol, but wanted to see if my fellow Fishlorians agree with that approach. Cheers!

 

[Spudsssy]

I have sharpie for writing on my glass brewing containers. I make honey wine (Mead). I also write on wine bottle.

Small spray of alcohol removes it no problem.....

My only suggestion is if the tank is open top is to spray cloth first and wipe away after.

 

[WRWAquarium]

I've played around with pens at work. Dry wipe ones come off really easy, permanent markers can be difficult later on.

The best thing for me is laminated labels stuck on with blue tack. The laminate is a luxury there I have but you could use plastic sleeves over paper or card.

 

[peachsonas]

I use dry erase, it works pretty well for my purpose (drawing on the tank so my betta is entertained) and wipes off clean!

 

[StarGirl]

I would use dry erase over Sharpie myself too. Just all around easier.

 

[mattgirl]

I would choose to use a permanent marker (sharpie) simply because dry erase is too easy to smudge/erase. All that information could be lost before I was ready for it to be gone. Instead of alcohol I would use a magic eraser to remove it when needed.

 

[coralbandit]

I use sharpies and remove them with alcohol as mentioned .
I just invert alcohol bottle on paper towel and wipe the glass clean .

 

[Lily1]

I’d try wet erase markers. What I used on the overhead projector when I taught math. Easily removable with a damp tissue.