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Article #135: Caring for Collectibles

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






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