tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7538035190723791338.post5806753936429436334..comments2024-01-21T01:59:22.202-08:00Comments on Ilkley Old School: Removing Paint from old figures - before and afterMark Dudleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13331203191073034775noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7538035190723791338.post-87006734306783542012019-06-15T23:19:03.317-07:002019-06-15T23:19:03.317-07:00I have been using Dettol at the recommendation of ...I have been using Dettol at the recommendation of Wellington Man, but I must say the resultant goo that forms from the paint is one of the nastier substances I have had to deal with. May try this technique and see if it is any more pleasant, though I must say I have never found stripping paint anything other than a pain in the neck! I agree with Stryker that it is not always necessary to remove all of the paint, as the stuck on bits aren't going anywhere, as long as they don't obscure detail I have been known to leave it and prime over.<br /><br />David (miniature minions)Davidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17663682631274573026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7538035190723791338.post-31030671321232971492019-05-31T08:44:11.464-07:002019-05-31T08:44:11.464-07:00I tried soaking some DK figures in bleach for 2 da...I tried soaking some DK figures in bleach for 2 days and they came out a darkish grey. I then soaked some HH and Minifigs for 8 to 12 hours and they came out nice and bright. What I take from this is that you shouldn’t leave them in bleach for too long and that the metal used makes a difference.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7538035190723791338.post-30172847511041690282019-05-24T04:04:35.999-07:002019-05-24T04:04:35.999-07:00Thanks Mark for this useful advice
Chris
http://no...Thanks Mark for this useful advice<br />Chris<br />http://notjustoldschool.blogspot.com/Chris Gregghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03585623032053255569noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7538035190723791338.post-59761964192352559422019-05-21T15:35:04.300-07:002019-05-21T15:35:04.300-07:00I haven't tried bleach but have removed paint ...I haven't tried bleach but have removed paint from figures with Pinoclean household cleaner and I have used methylated spirits on old Britains.<br /><br />The dilemma is then how to dispose of the resultant gunk. Quantrilltoyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03824237942276969880noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7538035190723791338.post-35918429660676163422019-05-21T09:16:17.428-07:002019-05-21T09:16:17.428-07:00Not only look brand new but as you can see the det...Not only look brand new but as you can see the detail its a lot easier to paint up as well.Mark Dudleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13331203191073034775noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7538035190723791338.post-16961138964994409372019-05-21T09:15:47.479-07:002019-05-21T09:15:47.479-07:00Sometimes reds in particular can be a bit stubborn...Sometimes reds in particular can be a bit stubborn but I have always found that any paint that can withstand an overnight in the bleach jar isn't going to shift if painted over. I have figures in my collection that I stripped and repainted 12 years ago with no ill effects from this. If you're tempted to give them a second dip it can sometimes lead to a white residue appearing which is a bit alarming. It's always satisfying when thick layers of old enamel paint fall off to reveal a nice crisp casting!Strykerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14258922461691204362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7538035190723791338.post-33386438032369879202019-05-21T09:15:10.833-07:002019-05-21T09:15:10.833-07:00A gentle shaking just to move the figures about. Y...A gentle shaking just to move the figures about. You are more likely to break something when you clean then up with the tooth brush.Mark Dudleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13331203191073034775noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7538035190723791338.post-5923279955111861122019-05-21T09:13:45.079-07:002019-05-21T09:13:45.079-07:00I would try a tester first on a figure or two to m...I would try a tester first on a figure or two to make sure you are happy with he process.Mark Dudleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13331203191073034775noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7538035190723791338.post-7817559947101689482019-05-21T09:12:31.757-07:002019-05-21T09:12:31.757-07:00I would say that bleach removes 99.9% of paint. So...I would say that bleach removes 99.9% of paint. Sometimes a colour such as pink in eye sockets needs a pin file to remove.Mark Dudleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13331203191073034775noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7538035190723791338.post-23124592994428273532019-05-21T08:57:33.955-07:002019-05-21T08:57:33.955-07:00I can see how you would be much more inspired to p...I can see how you would be much more inspired to paint the figure after it had been stripped - looks brand new.Robnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7538035190723791338.post-35574939421622339492019-05-21T08:56:34.031-07:002019-05-21T08:56:34.031-07:00I agree, normal household bleach works well, but I...I agree, normal household bleach works well, but I don't shake the jar, I'd be scared of snapping off swords/bayonets etc!mojoworkinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06755579098528760602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7538035190723791338.post-56464863679660607822019-05-21T08:11:25.066-07:002019-05-21T08:11:25.066-07:00I must admit to never having tried stripping paint...I must admit to never having tried stripping paint off old figures , looks worth it though ! .The Good Soldier Svjekhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08749564052124659180noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7538035190723791338.post-59349677611230592062019-05-21T07:52:25.098-07:002019-05-21T07:52:25.098-07:00Looked pretty well stripped to me.
Looked pretty well stripped to me.<br />Jim Duncan Wargamerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14114076455087495681noreply@blogger.com