{"product_id":"lees-super-algae-scrubber-handle-glass-aquariums","title":"Lee's Super Algae Scrubber with Handle | Long-Reach Algae Pad for Glass Aquariums","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLee's Super Algae Scrubber with Handle\u003c\/strong\u003e is the long-reach algae pad that lets you clean glass aquarium walls top-to-bottom without rolling up a sleeve. The thick, easy-grip handle keeps your hands dry and your wrists comfortable, while the dense scrubber pad makes short work of green spot algae, diatoms, and surface film on glass tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePair it with the rest of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/cleaners\"\u003eAquarium Cleaners \u0026amp; Tools\u003c\/a\u003e, browse our full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/maintenance-water-care\"\u003eMaintenance \u0026amp; Water Care\u003c\/a\u003e selection, or shop more \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/equipment\"\u003eAquarium Equipment\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;\"\u003eWhy Choose Lee's Super Algae Scrubber\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong handle\u003c\/strong\u003e — reach the bottom of deep tanks and corners without dunking your arm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDense scrub pad\u003c\/strong\u003e — cuts through stubborn green spot algae, diatoms, and biofilm on glass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComfort grip\u003c\/strong\u003e — thick, ergonomic handle reduces wrist strain on long cleaning sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands-stay-dry\u003c\/strong\u003e — no more reaching elbow-deep into a tank.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor glass aquariums only\u003c\/strong\u003e — do \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e use on acrylic (will scratch).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;\"\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse the pad under fresh water before first use to remove any manufacturing residue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress the pad firmly against the glass and scrub in short, overlapping passes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse the pad in clean (non-soapy) water between sections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore dry between uses — keep dedicated to one tank to avoid cross-contamination between fresh and saltwater systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f7f7f7;width:40%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eLee's Aquarium \u0026amp; Pet Products\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel \/ SKU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eLE-12080\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eLong-handle algae scrubber pad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlass only\u003c\/strong\u003e — not safe for acrylic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eFreshwater \u0026amp; Saltwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f7f7f7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUPC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e010838120801\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;\"\u003eRecommended Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/lees-12-inch-slim-gravel-vacuum\"\u003eLee's 12\" Slim Gravel Vacuum\u003c\/a\u003e — pair with this scrubber for a complete water-change setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/lees-squeeze-bulb-siphon-starter-aquarium\"\u003eLee's Squeeze-Bulb Siphon Starter\u003c\/a\u003e — hands-free siphon priming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/lees-ultra-gravel-vacuum-9-inch\"\u003eLee's Ultra Gravel Vacuum 9\"\u003c\/a\u003e — self-start vac with bucket clip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/mexican-turbo-snail-turbo-fluctuosa-saltwater-reef\"\u003eMexican Turbo Snail\u003c\/a\u003e — add a live algae-eater to keep glass clean between scrubs (saltwater).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/maintenance-water-care\"\u003eMaintenance \u0026amp; Water Care\u003c\/a\u003e — conditioners, salt, and water-change essentials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it on an acrylic tank?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The pad on this model is meant for glass and will scratch acrylic. Use an acrylic-safe Lee's pad if your tank is acrylic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it damage silicone seams?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAvoid scrubbing directly over silicone seams — use the corner of the pad gently if needed. Sustained pressure can wear silicone over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use the same pad in fresh and saltwater tanks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe recommend a dedicated pad per system to avoid cross-contamination of trace elements, disease, or salt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often should I scrub?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWeekly for most tanks; reef and high-light planted setups may need 2–3x per week to stay ahead of green-spot algae.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lee's","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48327575142619,"sku":"12080","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/LEE12080-2.png?v=1772818922","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/lees-super-algae-scrubber-handle-glass-aquariums","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}