Brown "Diatomic" Algae

[Striker2807]

In my fish tank I am starting to get some Brown or diatomic Algae in my tank on the sides and the gravel. I can clean the sides with the scrapper I have, but I can't clean the rocks with it. So I was wondering if I could buy anything that would clean up the rocks for me. I don't want anything bigger then 6" if possible. I currently have a gold algae eater will he clean up the rocks? If not what will? Thanks.

 

[Striker2807]

Oh and I would want something that would be fine by itself, which means ottos are out of the question.

 

[B.S.TetraOwner]

have u tried using a gravel cleaner for the rocks? or do u mean decoration rocks? i bought a little blue sponge on a stick that has a pointed edge and that wat i use to clean the decorations once ina while. it takes off brown algae wit no problem. but besides that my pleco doesnt eat brown algae neither does my otto

 

[Striker2807]

No I haven't tried a gravel cleaner, but I will give it a shot. Oh and it looks like my Algae Eater might be eating the brown algae, but I am not sure.