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Micro Sol
Dragonfyre14
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Member Since: September 07, 2010
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Posted: Monday, September 06, 2010 - 01:28 PM UTC
So I'm having real trouble using this product. I have applied it to several decals that either have to stick to convex surfaces, or sharp corners. When they are wet, they stick beautifully and look great. But as soon as they start drying, they begin pulling away from the surface. I let them dry, then apply another coat as the directions say, but it every case it actually just makes it worse, and I can see even more seperation between the decal and the model. Just what am I doing wrong here?
Phil_H
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Posted: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 - 05:47 PM UTC
Andy,

Is the surface to which you're applying the decals painted flat or gloss?

The fact that the decals shrivel and appear to lift is normal - they should be doing that. However, the decals need a slick gloss surface to lay back down properly. If the surface is flat, it is actually covered with microscopic pits and irregularities (this is what imparts the "flat" sheen) and these irregularities will cause drag and may prevent the decal laying down flat (they will often dry wrinkled).

When using a decal setting solution, it's essential that the surface is glossy.
Plasticbattle
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Posted: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 - 10:16 PM UTC
Have to agree with Phil. Ive used Micro sol and set for many years and always have results that Im happy with. I spray a coat or two of future first ... and if I can´t do this, I brush paint the area for decaling with future.
I also usea needle that I puncture the wrinkles when it shrivels to add more micro set .... just for saftey´s sake. Hasn´t failed me yet.
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