Model conservation

Post by **TheRealChris** » June 27th, 2005, 12:01 pm

I accidentally deleted that topic, sorry

Somebody asked, how we conserve our models.

Post by **TheRealChris** » June 27th, 2005, 12:02 pm

from time to time I use candle wax to conserve my models. it works quite good and is easy to accomplish. simply throw your model into melted wax

Christian

FunkeeFolder · Post by **FunkeeFolder** » June 30th, 2005, 1:12 am

Dear Chris, I've always wondered how to wax models. Do just put it (the model) into a pot of wax take it out, and let the extra drip off? If so how long do you keep it in the wax and what kinda candles do you use? Oh and what is the best paper to use?

Thanks Funkee Folder

Post by **TheRealChris** » July 1st, 2005, 2:12 pm

I melt common candle wax in a pot and simply throw the model into it. it takes only a couple of seconds. take it out and let it drip of a few seconds.
I've only done it with foiled papier, but I'm pretty sure, that it can be done with any kind of paper, that's not too thin.

Christian

Joseph Wu · Post by **Joseph Wu** » July 1st, 2005, 5:48 pm

TheRealChris wrote:I've only done it with foiled papier, but I'm pretty sure, that it can be done with any kind of paper, that's not too thin.

The problem with most treatments that involve some sort of liquid (including melted wax) is that when you first put the model in the liquid (or spray the liquid on, or whatever), the fibres in the paper soften and the model starts to unfold itself.

Post by **TheRealChris** » July 1st, 2005, 6:13 pm

the fibres in the paper soften and the model starts to unfold itself.

never happend to me! but as I wrote, I never used other paper, than foiled one.

Christian

Joseph Wu · Post by **Joseph Wu** » July 1st, 2005, 6:22 pm

Yes, I was referring to non-foil-backed paper. Sorry, I should have been more clear!

FunkeeFolder · Post by **FunkeeFolder** » July 2nd, 2005, 12:38 am

Okay can't use non foiled paper for dipping! Thank you Chris and Joseph for the help! Now onto the conservation of my models! Oh and one last thing. I saw your golden tarantula Chris and I must say that is very cool looking!

Funkee Folder

Post by **TheRealChris** » July 2nd, 2005, 1:29 am

I saw your golden tarantula Chris and I must say that is very cool looking!

oh, thank you

but it was done by accident

Christian

FunkeeFolder · Post by **FunkeeFolder** » July 2nd, 2005, 2:00 am

oh, thank you
but it was done by accident

Oh but you know what they say! The greastest inventions came from accidents! I think I'll try this "accident" myself there's so many possibilityâ€™s golden zebras, golden houses, golden people....

Funkee Folder

malachi · Post by **malachi** » August 26th, 2005, 4:35 am

Have any of you used Tsuyadashi liquid to preserve a model?

If so, what tips do you have for using it?