How do I clean my Forgeworld resin model?

You will need some warm water and a mild abrasive cleaner such as washing-up liquid. Simply place the parts into the soapy water and leave them to soak for 5-10 minutes, then thoroughly scrub each part with an old (and we stress old) toothbrush.

How do you clean a resin kit?

Here’s how I like to clean my resin tools and supplies to reuse them again:

1. Wipe off solid surfaces with a paper towel. Clean up as much as you possibly can while the resin is still wet.
2. Clean the surface with a solvent like denatured alcohol or acetone.
3. Wash your cups and tools with quality soap and water.

Why do you have to wash resin models?

Washing You may find that the components have a slight glossy sheen to them. This is caused by the release agent that our Production team use to remove the parts from the moulds. You will need some warm tap water and a mild abrasive cleaner, such as washing-up liquid, don’t use any bleach.

Are GW models resin?

Majority of the models are made from plastic. Heroes and independent characters are made from pewter, although Games Workshop is slowly moving over to resin for their characters in what is known as their Finecast range. Forge World works almost exclusively in resin.

Can you wash resin down the sink?

⚠️PLEASE NOTE: Don’t ever pour leftover epoxy resin down the drain! Instead, wipe any excess resin from your container and tools with paper towel. Wipe down once more with rubbing alcohol or acetone to remove any resin residue. Next, wash with hot soapy water if desired.

Can you use paint stripper on resin?

If it is the typical polyester or vinylester resin used on most boats than Intelux makes a paint stripper that will not harm the resin.

Should you wash Finecast?

The first thing that needs to be done is to wash the model. During the manufacturing process a mold release agent is used. Since this substance is made to inhibit sticking, it’s no good for paint adherence. Use dish washing soap and tepid water to do this.