greymack Posted July 28, 2012 Posted July 28, 2012 Hi guys just curious to how many of you display your works in and around your workbench area ? Also how many would think its better to display models in the different area all together?
JunkPile Posted July 28, 2012 Posted July 28, 2012 Shelves above bench are where my finished builds are displayed. Individual acrylic cases are a must.(no chance of model getting dusty even after years of being on a shelf) Sometimes they get moved to other areas of the house but seem to always end up back in hobby room. Most glass display cabinets are not dust proof and still require individual acrylic cases to keep builds clean inside which look a bit bulky and distracting to me. Built models are the only thing not dusty at my house. But the case is.
Foxer Posted July 28, 2012 Posted July 28, 2012 I'm lucky in a way .. I don't have that many completed I have to shelve! Down in my shop though I have five 5 shelf racks with all the ones I'm working on. I just have one shelf here that goes around my computer area so I can marvel at myself!
JunkPile Posted July 28, 2012 Posted July 28, 2012 I'm with you Mike on the marvel thing. But I seem to the the only one!
dimebolt Posted July 28, 2012 Posted July 28, 2012 On 7/28/2012 at 1:40 PM, JunkPile said: Shelves above bench are where my finished builds are displayed. Individual acrylic cases are a must.(no chance of model getting dusty even after years of being on a shelf) Sometimes they get moved to other areas of the house but seem to always end up back in hobby room. Most glass display cabinets are not dust proof and still require individual acrylic cases to keep builds clean inside which look a bit bulky and distracting to me. Built models are the only thing not dusty at my house. But the case is. Amen Junkpile. I also live in Kansas, and to the people on here who haven't ever spent time in Kansas; it is one of the dustiest place that I've ever lived. Acrylic is the only way to go if you want to buy a 100% dust free display. I've made other dust free glass displays, but have as of yet have not found any glass displays for sale in your average store. I build custom cabinets for a living, and they can be made easily enough, but are quite a bit more expensive. So if you're wanting a dust free display that is fairly cheap, acrylic is the way to go.
Big Daddy Posted July 28, 2012 Posted July 28, 2012 Years ago when i started collecting diecast i made 2 large cabinets with glass shelves, the back has 1/4 inch foam tape and the front doors also have the foam tape,so when it's against wall it is sealed from dust, after being in there for 10+ years (no dust either) i moved them to make room for my builds, i figure 1 cabinet can hold 225 to 250 models, no chance in this life time to fill them up
cobraman Posted July 28, 2012 Posted July 28, 2012 I have 5 display cases that hold my finished models and die cast I have collected. Those hold about half of my collection. If you fellows want an idea for a inexpensive way to hold your finished models try a gun cabinet. 3 of my display cases have been made from converted gun cabinets. You can find nice used ones pretty cheap. I just remove the upper rack that holds the gun barrels then beef up the back with some cheap 1 x 2 's and then just buy the brackets and the rails for those adjustable shelves you would normally put on the wall. They are not 100% dust free but if you add some weather stripping of some sort they can be pretty tight.
Foxer Posted July 28, 2012 Posted July 28, 2012 On 7/28/2012 at 1:48 PM, JunkPile said: I'm with you Mike on the marvel thing. But I seem to the the only one! You're the only one that really counts, Chuck!
Cato Posted July 28, 2012 Posted July 28, 2012 What dimebolt said: I build glass display cases for my best stuff. I keep a few models on display and store some-then I rotate them for a fresh look. They stay museum-clean and safe from toddlers or pets. It's somewhat easier for me-I've done professional art framing. But it's not rocket science. My case building methods were featured in the Jan '11 issue of MCM.
Cato Posted July 28, 2012 Posted July 28, 2012 Thanks Chuck-forgot to mention; glass is much easier to keep clean. Acrylic will rag scratch and get hazy over time.
JunkPile Posted July 28, 2012 Posted July 28, 2012 Cato, this is just what I need, another craft (hobby) to begin. Another workspace w/bench, another variety of tools, more sharp edges, a, new long list of materials, and the time to master this new adventure into glass cutting and polishing not to mention the picture framing techniques and on and on and on......Thanks Pal
Mike Kucaba Posted July 28, 2012 Posted July 28, 2012 I have a couple of wall mounted acrylic cases by Carney Plastics. By themselves they are fairly dust free. Add some weather stripping and I'm sure they could be dust free. I live in AZ and we have DUST!!
Cato Posted July 28, 2012 Posted July 28, 2012 On 7/28/2012 at 4:52 PM, JunkPile said: Cato, this is just what I need, another craft (hobby) to begin. Another workspace w/bench, another variety of tools, more sharp edges, a, new long list of materials, and the time to master this new adventure into glass cutting and polishing not to mention the picture framing techniques and on and on and on......Thanks Pal
crazyjim Posted July 28, 2012 Posted July 28, 2012 I have 3 Carney cases that hold 24 builds each. In addition, I make individual cases on a wood base with plexiglass sides & top. I glue the joints with clear silicone caulk.
maltsr Posted July 28, 2012 Posted July 28, 2012 Recently got this display secondhand from a computer shop - prior to that my built kits were stored in boxes in a cupboard. It's near my workbench (dining table!) so I too can marvel while I eat, work & play
Danno Posted July 28, 2012 Posted July 28, 2012 A peek into My Room ... the room Gregg always sends me to ...
martinfan5 Posted July 28, 2012 Posted July 28, 2012 Thats a very nice room Dan, I would of liked seeing it person while I was for the meeting
gtx6970 Posted July 28, 2012 Posted July 28, 2012 (edited) The one with the swing open doors is dealer promos and a few diecasts Glass ft / slliding door one is a case is in the spare room Once the family room / finished basement is done , both cases will go in there Edited July 28, 2012 by gtx6970
Dr. Cranky Posted July 29, 2012 Posted July 29, 2012 Very cool room and displays, folks. Excellent way to keep the dust off and the models in tip top shape.
charlie8575 Posted July 29, 2012 Posted July 29, 2012 Due to lack of finished builds, this provides little difficulty for me. Due to lack of space, even if more builds were finished, most of them would probably be living in their boxes for now. When I do have something, I use Jo-Han Sho-Cases, and would love to see those come back. Hands-down the best display case ever made. I go looking for them. At some point, I plan on building a nice china cupboard-type cabinet and loading it with small dioramas, plus a few bigger ones to be displayed in the house as appropriate and reasonable. Charlie Larkin
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