How to Sand 3D Prints and Resin Models Smooth (FDM and Resin)
Grit-by-grit guide to sanding FDM and resin prints: grits, filler primer, UV putty for support scars, plus the gloves and respirator you need.
Mike Lowrie |
How to Sand 3D Prints and Resin Models Smooth (FDM and Resin)
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How to Thin Paint for Airbrushing Scale Models
A practical guide to thinning model paint for airbrushing: starting ratios, PSI, nozzle size, spray-pattern diagnosis and common mistakes.
Mike Lowrie |
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How to Fix Gaps and Seams in Plastic Models
A practical guide to diagnosing and fixing scale-model seams and gaps with cement, CA, modeling putty, epoxy putty, styrene shims and controlled sanding.
Mike Lowrie |
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How to Apply Decals to Scale Models Without Silvering
A step-by-step waterslide decal guide covering surface prep, trimming, soaking, positioning, trapped air, decal solutions, silvering repair and storage.
Mike Lowrie |
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Scale Model Paint Types Explained: Acrylic vs Enamel vs Lacquer
A practical comparison of acrylic, enamel and lacquer model paints: drying, leveling, solvents, durability, layering, thinning and safety.
Mike Lowrie |
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How to Paint Scale Models by Hand: Brush Painting Guide for Beginners
A practical beginner guide to brush painting scale models: brush choice, thinning by behavior, thin coats, brush-mark control, detail work and cleanup.
Mike Lowrie |
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How to Clean an Airbrush Properly: Between Colors, After a Session & Deep Cleaning
A deep, practical airbrush cleaning guide for scale modelers, with quick-flush, end-of-session and deep-clean workflows, troubleshooting, common mistakes and recommended cleaning tools.
Mike Lowrie |
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Scale Model Glue Guide: Types, Uses & Common Mistakes
A practical guide to choosing and using glue for scale models: plastic cement, CA, PVA and epoxy, where each works, and the mistakes that cause weak joints, fogged clear parts...
Mike Lowrie |
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Micro Drill Bits for Scale Models: Sizes and Uses
Knowing which micro drill bit size to use — and how to use it without snapping it — saves money and improves detail work. Here's everything that matters.
Mike Lowrie |
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Joint Strengthening Pen for Gunpla: What It Does
Loose Gunpla joint that will not hold a pose? Learn how a joint strengthening pen adds a thin dried coating for more friction, how to apply it safely, and when...
Mike Lowrie |
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Static Grass Applicator for Dioramas: How to Use It
Static grass applied by hand looks flat. An applicator makes it stand upright, giving diorama groundwork the texture and realism that separates good bases from great ones.
Mike Lowrie |
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Photo Etched Parts Bender: What It Is and How to Use It
Photo-etch parts add realism no plastic can match — but they need the right bender to fold cleanly. Here's what a PE bender does and when you actually need one.
Mike Lowrie |
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Scale Model Building Tools: The Complete Guide
The wrong tools slow you down. The right ones disappear into your workflow. This guide covers every scale model building tool worth owning — by level and use.
Mike Lowrie |
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Workbench Organization for Scale Modelers: Full Guide
A cluttered workbench slows every build down. Here's how to organize your scale modeling workspace so every tool is where you need it before you need it.
Mike Lowrie |
