redhorse Posted April 17, 2013 Share Posted April 17, 2013 Hello all, I have been away from my blood angels for a spell. Been busy painting a couple commissions and about to start my third. But wanted to work on my stuff briefly. Any who, my storm raven has been sitting out very neglected.....I want to work on it, but it is dusty as heck. Does anybody have experience with this problem? I was trying a big brush but is has so far been ineffective! Thoughts?? Suggestions?? Mocking derision? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/274241-dusty-minis/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey Mage Posted April 17, 2013 Share Posted April 17, 2013 a wet paper towel, daub it. Or canned air. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/274241-dusty-minis/#findComment-3351313 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother Nihm Posted April 17, 2013 Share Posted April 17, 2013 Water - the great equalizer. 'tis what I use (and canned air afterwards) and it does the job nicely. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/274241-dusty-minis/#findComment-3351353 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gurth Posted April 17, 2013 Share Posted April 17, 2013 Or use a fairly big brush — something like a 2-cm round brush from a hardware store will work well to dust models. Just make sure you use new one, not a brush that somebody has used to paint a windowframe with and then didn't clean thoroughly enough. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/274241-dusty-minis/#findComment-3351380 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vourne Posted April 17, 2013 Share Posted April 17, 2013 A damp cloth ot paper towl is your best solution here, and a damp cotton bud to get into those harder to reach areas. Once it's cleaned I would suggest trying to store it in a box with a lid or in a place where the dust is not going to get in. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/274241-dusty-minis/#findComment-3351424 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chaeron Posted April 17, 2013 Share Posted April 17, 2013 Just avoid any form of greasy soap - simply water will be appropriate. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/274241-dusty-minis/#findComment-3351492 Share on other sites More sharing options...
redhorse Posted April 17, 2013 Author Share Posted April 17, 2013 So paper towel with water and then allow to dry? I think I'll try cloth to avoid paper fragments. Yes I need to store my stuff in boxes... Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/274241-dusty-minis/#findComment-3351591 Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarriorFish Posted April 17, 2013 Share Posted April 17, 2013 I used to think some of my models got dusty but from shameful lack of use but it seems I'll have to realign my opinion. A larger brush was and a light tickle was all I ever needed to remove the dust that had built up so I wonder how long have you left your Blood Angels unloved? If the dust is that bad then as others have mentioned a bit of water does no harm. One of my scouts used to like falling into my drinks and he's fine :P Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/274241-dusty-minis/#findComment-3351614 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watcher in the Dark Posted April 17, 2013 Share Posted April 17, 2013 I have a cheap womens powder application brush (the big fluffy ones with very soft bristles). Does a great job of cleaning off dust from minis. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/274241-dusty-minis/#findComment-3351668 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother dean Posted April 17, 2013 Share Posted April 17, 2013 Take to kitchen sink. Rinse well. Let set in dish drainer till dry.... Also removes weathering powders if mis-applied. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/274241-dusty-minis/#findComment-3351815 Share on other sites More sharing options...
spacewolf407 Posted April 17, 2013 Share Posted April 17, 2013 How about if the minis are already painted? I would assume one could only use a brush or canned air as water would be a bad idea. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/274241-dusty-minis/#findComment-3351935 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother dean Posted April 17, 2013 Share Posted April 17, 2013 Water has no effect on GW paint or washes, or Vallejo... once it is dry. Others can comment on other paint systems. Decals dont fare well but if you have them varnished down they will be okay. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/274241-dusty-minis/#findComment-3351957 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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