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White metal figures are typically painted using oil-based or enamel paints. These types of paints have a higher...
Clip-on spectacle mags are individual magnifying lenses for people who wear glasses but still struggle to see close...
Keeping your airbrush clean is very important and you need to do it straight after using it. Even a tiny bit of dried...
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Pony trucks can be seen on many larger steam locomotives and some early diesel and electric types too. Pony trucks...
In 1948 the railways, buses, ports, canals and road haulage companies were nationalised and were to be operated by...
How to use decals / transfers
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Removing decals can be a bit of a head-scratching (or rather a model-scratching) experience, but it doesn't need to be.There are several chemical-based solutions out there that will help you to remove old decals without the need for any...
Even accomplished modellers will high-five anyone around when their transfers go on seamlessly, they can be a little trick at times (decals that is, not accomplished modellers), but with a few simple tips, you too will be searching for a high-five...
Most model kits will come with decals to help the modeller to add that final level of detail to a kit. Additionally, there are many decal manufacturers that will supply 'after market' decals to help a modeller to provide a very specific look to...
Micro Set and Micro Sol decal setting solutions work well in combination in applying decals to uneven surfaces and for providing that painted-on effect. Prior to applying decals, it is a good idea to ensure that the surface of the model has a...
Occasionally, there is a requirement to remove waterslide decals from a model. One of the best products for achieving this is Micro Set manufactured by Microscale. Micro Set is usually applied to help position decals in place and ensure they...
Micro Set and Micro Sol are two distinct but complementary decal setting solutions produced by Microscale Industries. After all painting has been finished it is best to give the model a gloss varnish before applying decals. This has three distinct...
Regardless of the subject matter, many model kits are supplied with decals that can be applied to the finished model. Additionally, there is a wide-ranging aftermarket providing additional decal options for modellers. However, on occasions, there...
Occasionally there is a need to repair existing decals, either before or after application. Waterslide decals are produced on a waterproof but water-soluble medium which allows for easy transfer to a model. Unfortunately, older decal sheets...
In simple terms, no, a gloss surface is not always needed for the application of decals but this is not a straightforward question to answer. As a general rule modellers have applied decals on gloss surfaces for two reasons. Firstly, a gloss...
There are a number of things we can do as modellers to ensure our decals are both easy to apply and look great when placed on a model. The first thing to bear in mind is the painted surface. Matt surfaces tend to be a little uneven and as such,...
Yellowing of waterslide decal sheets is periodically a problem for modellers, especially those who enjoy collecting vintage kits. Simply put, the carrier film backing of decals ages over time and can produce a noticeable yellowing of the decals....
Yes, it is possible to apply washes and other weathering techniques over decals and stencils without damaging them, as long as they have been properly applied and allowed to dry thoroughly. To apply weathering techniques over decals and stencils,...