RastlinD Posted August 7, 2014 Share Posted August 7, 2014 So I recently moved to a new state (Minnesota) and a new house, this of course means new storage area for my models. I am considering storing models in my basement/heated garage and wanted to see if there were any negatives for storing models in cool temperature areas. Having lived predominately in warm areas I have no idea what cold temperatures can do to models. Can one of you guys help me out here? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294766-cold-and-the-effect-on-models/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chandrian Posted August 7, 2014 Share Posted August 7, 2014 should be okay! I leave mine in the basement and it goes from really cold to really hot all the time. Just don't spray paint in the cold Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294766-cold-and-the-effect-on-models/#findComment-3769056 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grand Master Belial Posted August 7, 2014 Share Posted August 7, 2014 Some glues do not set well when left in the cold making the pieces brittle and easy to break and sometimes frost up. If you have a heater on when working on models, you might want to bring freshly glued models inside, use accelerant or leave heater on for awhile to get a stronger bond. I noticed this the most when working in a garage and with metal parts. Plastics and resins may turn out okay regardless. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294766-cold-and-the-effect-on-models/#findComment-3769068 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teetengee Posted August 7, 2014 Share Posted August 7, 2014 In other words, storing in the cold is fine but making them in the cold is not. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294766-cold-and-the-effect-on-models/#findComment-3769073 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SW1 Posted August 7, 2014 Share Posted August 7, 2014 In other words, storing in the cold is fine but making them in the cold is not. +1 Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294766-cold-and-the-effect-on-models/#findComment-3769213 Share on other sites More sharing options...
captain sox Posted August 7, 2014 Share Posted August 7, 2014 I live in one of the coldest climates there is can get below -40 C / F (oddly it can also get to 35C / 95F in the summer). Never had a problem storing my models in the cold at all. Your house/Condo/Apartment will still be maintained at a reasonable temperature. Also working in the transport industry, I know that cases and cases of models are subject to the most brutal of temperature extremes. It is remarkable how durable these models can be. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294766-cold-and-the-effect-on-models/#findComment-3769378 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffTibbetts Posted August 8, 2014 Share Posted August 8, 2014 I know extreme cold can make superglue extremely brittle, because I put models in the freezer to break them apart if I need to. It works very well. As long as you're not dropping a box of cold models (believe me, dude, Minnesota is a VERY cold state) on the ground I think they'll be okay. I personally wouldn't really feel great about leaving them out there but to each their own. Sounds like plenty of others have done so to no detriment. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294766-cold-and-the-effect-on-models/#findComment-3769783 Share on other sites More sharing options...
RastlinD Posted August 11, 2014 Author Share Posted August 11, 2014 Thanks guys! I am not pleased with the idea so I am going to try and keep as much of my finished stuff inside but for the stuff that stays in the garage I will not worry as much now. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/294766-cold-and-the-effect-on-models/#findComment-3773720 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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