Kirk G
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I've built about a dozen kits now, and frequently, waterslide decals are included. I've used some, and left off others.
But the technique of how to apply them always puzzles me.
I understand that a shallow dish of warm water is required for soaking... but I've read suggestions to soak the entire decal under the water for anywhere from 15 seconds to 30 seconds. Does the glue dissolve and wash away if you wait too long in the water?
Other than having the clear plastic sheet not want to separate if you try to slide too quick, is there any other risk of being "early?"
I understand the concept of trimming down the decal and dry fitting it to where you want it. But is there any risk of a loose corner or an overlap sticking out and catching the slipstream and either: 1)Pealing off, or
2) Creating drag, or
3) Inducing a spin like a flap might?
Any rules of thumb welcome here.
I have read where a drop of dish detergent is suggested to keep the decal sliding around until positioned. Won't it do that anyway, do to the slippery nature of the 'glue'?
Working on Semroc's Saki decals tonight. Boy, there are a lot of them to choose from!
Should you attempt to seal decals onto the model with a clear coat spray? Or is future floor finish the preferred 'top coat' now?
But the technique of how to apply them always puzzles me.
I understand that a shallow dish of warm water is required for soaking... but I've read suggestions to soak the entire decal under the water for anywhere from 15 seconds to 30 seconds. Does the glue dissolve and wash away if you wait too long in the water?
Other than having the clear plastic sheet not want to separate if you try to slide too quick, is there any other risk of being "early?"
I understand the concept of trimming down the decal and dry fitting it to where you want it. But is there any risk of a loose corner or an overlap sticking out and catching the slipstream and either: 1)Pealing off, or
2) Creating drag, or
3) Inducing a spin like a flap might?
Any rules of thumb welcome here.
I have read where a drop of dish detergent is suggested to keep the decal sliding around until positioned. Won't it do that anyway, do to the slippery nature of the 'glue'?
Working on Semroc's Saki decals tonight. Boy, there are a lot of them to choose from!
Should you attempt to seal decals onto the model with a clear coat spray? Or is future floor finish the preferred 'top coat' now?