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General Category => General Discussion => Topic started by: zak on April 17, 2017, 09:39:39 AM

Title: Model room revamp
Post by: zak on April 17, 2017, 09:39:39 AM
So here we are, no flooring down as yet, everything painted, curtains washed, books dusted and so on.
The Knees, hips and other joints are all suffering.
I have a lot of books that I will be disposing of.
The joys of ageing!
The models on the table are on EBay and I await developments, collection only, if you are interested look under modelman-2007.
Vosper and MAS both 1/35.
Cross section of the Victory and a large Galleon, both dust ridden.
Title: Re: Model room revamp
Post by: zak on April 17, 2017, 11:17:31 AM
Models dusted and back in the display cabinets, well some anyway.
Title: Re: Model room revamp
Post by: Kiteman on April 17, 2017, 06:49:02 PM
See.....I told you that he would do it in 60 seconds flat, and paint afterwards!! ;)
Title: Re: Model room revamp
Post by: zak on April 19, 2017, 11:05:03 AM
Floor laid - carpet tiles, for when I have a spillage and then I just replace one or move it so it cannot be seen.
Now I just need to sort out all my stuff and try to put it into some sort of order.
Title: Re: Model room revamp
Post by: Haddock on April 19, 2017, 11:53:24 AM
Will you be having an open day?
Title: Re: Model room revamp
Post by: zak on April 19, 2017, 01:13:59 PM
Just working out the entry fee and visitor list.
Title: Re: Model room revamp
Post by: Kiteman on April 24, 2017, 10:59:37 AM
...and when you have filled the room, how much stuff will be left over???
Title: Re: Model room revamp
Post by: zak on April 24, 2017, 01:42:49 PM
I have sold a lot on EBay.
Title: Re: Model room revamp
Post by: Kiteman on April 24, 2017, 04:34:07 PM
A nice little set up judging from the photos....I like the spray booth. Does it have an extractor?
Title: Re: Model room revamp
Post by: zak on April 24, 2017, 05:47:48 PM
A nice little set up judging from the photos....I like the spray booth. Does it have an extractor?
It certainly does, her indoors would complain otherwise I fear.
Title: Re: Model room revamp
Post by: Bigkev on April 24, 2017, 08:04:32 PM
I need to talk to you about spray booth's and extractors Zak.
I depend on open window still, need something more efficient at removing those paint fumes..........
I feel an investment coming on.
Bigkev
Title: Re: Model room revamp
Post by: zak on April 25, 2017, 07:14:40 AM
I bought mine from P&S Hobbies - the shop in Scarborough, he seemed as cheap as anyone.
I have had it a bout three years.
I clean it out regularly.
As it vents outside I do not use any filters.
Title: Re: Model room revamp
Post by: Kiteman on April 26, 2017, 06:57:54 PM
Would a kitchen extractor do the job??
Title: Re: Model room revamp
Post by: bridlufc on April 26, 2017, 09:54:14 PM
I built my own using aluminium sheeting used for making shop signage, it was called skybond. I used an old cooker hood for extraction that has a light and 3 speed settings. The light is not much good so I had to incorporated better lighting. The beauty of the cooker hood is it has built in filtration if you cannot vent directly to outside your room.

Bridlufc
Title: Re: Model room revamp
Post by: zak on April 27, 2017, 07:22:05 AM
Would a kitchen extractor do the job??
You really need a fan with an enclosed motor, so a bathroom fan is no good, I expect a kitchen extractor has an enclosed motor due to fats etc. being removed.
This is to prevent sparking and setting some of those volatile liquids on fire.
There are some horrendous stories of people losing their hair by a flashback. 9What was that? I'm ok then)
Title: Re: Model room revamp
Post by: Bigkev on April 27, 2017, 04:32:47 PM
Only half a flash back in your case!
Bigkev
Title: Re: Model room revamp
Post by: bridlufc on April 27, 2017, 11:23:51 PM
When I first built my spray booth I used a 4" bathroom extractor fan, it was ok but I felt it wasn't pulling enough  so I incorporated the cooker hood for extraction. With a three speed setting it is more than adequate and the spray mist can actually be seen to disappear!!  To be on the safe side I use a good quality face mask as well because paint fumes and sanding dust can be very harmful.
Title: Re: Model room revamp
Post by: zak on April 28, 2017, 07:20:44 AM
I also use a face mask, shades of Darth Vader.
Title: Re: Model room revamp
Post by: Haddock on April 28, 2017, 08:54:40 AM
I keep my mouth closed and put a peg on my nose!
Title: Re: Model room revamp
Post by: Bigkev on April 28, 2017, 03:28:50 PM
Blooming heck Haddock, you must be able to hold your breath, better than those free divers!
No wonder you model in a small scale.
Bigkev
Title: Re: Model room revamp
Post by: Wizzel on May 12, 2017, 12:45:33 PM
Ha, my spray booth consists of a carefully folded bit of newspaper and me inviting DCOS in to talk at me thus ensuring a constant stream of hot air to drive the fumes out of the room!