Hobby Supplies FAQ

Acrylic, Enamel and Lacquer Paints. What's the difference?
Choosing the right paint for your model is an important step in the build process. So what's the difference between the paints available?  Acrylics ...
Fri, 8 Apr, 2022 at 1:22 PM
Cutting parts off a Plastic Sprue
Before starting your kit, the first step is to remove the parts from the plastic sprues. There are many schools of thought about the best, cleanest way of ...
Wed, 12 Oct, 2022 at 11:32 AM
What is the benefit of using extra thin glue?
Extra thin glue can be a good choice for fine or delicate parts, where strength is not necessarily important. Because it is so thin, this glue will run ever...
Wed, 13 Apr, 2022 at 2:50 PM
When should you use super glue and what on?
While super glues can be used on plastic, it is not recommended to use them for a whole kit build. They are however useful for gluing metal and resin, eithe...
Mon, 5 Oct, 2020 at 11:20 AM
What can I use to glue clear pieces?
Not all glues dry clear, using some glues on clear part, such as windows and canopies, will cause a fogging/blooming effect that is almost impossible to fix...
Mon, 5 Oct, 2020 at 11:33 AM
Gunze Mr Hobby Model Paints - Getting Started with Gunze
Japan's Gunze Mr Hobby had been producing hobby paints for scale models for over 40 years, and has evolved into a superb line of supplies which cater fo...
Wed, 12 Oct, 2022 at 11:08 AM
What do I clean lacquer paint with?
The best way to clean lacquer paints is by using lacquer based thinners.  Most paint brands that manufacture lacquer paints have their own lacquer thinners ...
Thu, 13 Apr, 2023 at 9:23 AM