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