| Collectors of resin models will know that correct | | | | surface, especially in models which are unglazed. |
| storage, cleaning and display is essential to keep | | | | Avid collectors use a range of cleaning implements |
| your prize possessions in good condition. Models | | | | that can remove dust, dirt and grime from any |
| which are neglected can become dirty or | | | | part of a collectible. A damp cloth, canned |
| damaged, so caring for your collectibles is vital for | | | | compressed air (which can be purchased from |
| maintaining a collection's aesthetic appeal and | | | | model or photography shops) or fine paint |
| monetary value. | | | | brushes are all part of the serious model |
| When choosing a place to show off your models, | | | | collectors cleaning kit. |
| select a location that will minimise your collection's | | | | Great care must be taken when sprucing up your |
| exposure to potentially damaging environmental | | | | models as over eager cleaning may damage the |
| factors. A warm, dry location that is away from | | | | delicate paintwork. It is not advisable to handle |
| direct sunlight or strong electric lighting should be | | | | your resin collectibles on a regular basis as this can |
| selected. Avoid keeping your collection in locations | | | | transfer dirt to your collection and cause wear, |
| such as a musty basement or a hot attic for long | | | | and some people choose to wear special soft |
| periods of time; instead store them in an area of | | | | gloves when cleaning or handling their collectibles. |
| your home which maintains a fairly constant | | | | When moving or storing your collection away for |
| temperature and normal level of humidity. | | | | a long period of time, it's recommended that the |
| A display case is an excellent way of allowing you | | | | models are placed in their original boxes, or |
| and your visitors to enjoy your collection, whilst | | | | individually placed in bubble wrap and then put in |
| at the same time keeping it safe and secure. A | | | | an airtight, waterproof container, before being |
| case will not only will keep your collection out of | | | | placed in a dark room. |
| reach of young children or pets, but will also | | | | Remember, these are general guidelines to caring |
| reduce the amount of dust that accumulates on | | | | for your collectibles. The handcrafted nature of |
| your models. There are a huge variety of glass | | | | resin collectibles means that each one is unique, |
| fronted display cases on offer, in wood or metal; | | | | which is what makes them so special, therefore it |
| look for one that is large enough to | | | | is imperative that you read and follow the |
| accommodate your collection as it grows. | | | | 'cleaning and care' instructions provided with your |
| Unfortunately, no matter how well collectibles are | | | | specific model. As long as you look after your |
| displayed, they will still require regular cleaning to | | | | collectibles, you should find that your models |
| keep them in good condition. The highly detailed | | | | remain in excellent condition and will give you |
| and intricate nature of resin models mean that | | | | many years or pleasure, as you build your |
| dust tends to find its way into the textured | | | | collection. |