Dust on models.

[Hans Engelhardt]

I am a newby and this is my first post.  Came across a topic regarding dust on rigging when using bees wax.  I was "instructed" by my boss that I am resposible to dust and clean my ships. As a result I build a container out of 4.5mm clear acrylic.  With models we work with glue and measurements are also part of that. I purchased the clear acrylic precut and then used masking tape to hold it in place to apply the glue.  Problem solved.

Cheers

Hans

[Jaager]

Hans,

 

It is probably prudent if the chamber holding a model not be tightly sealed.  

Consider making provision for the chamber to "breathe"  yet sort of sequester any dust floating in the air.

Glass wool may help as well as discouraging any small spiders from entering.

PVA and I think some species of wood outgas acetic acid.

[Charles Green]

To be brief:

 

All woods outgas acetic acid fumes.  The normal process of organic decay produces it.  Oak and bass wood are at the top of the list.

 

All PVA wood glues outgas the same fumes as does common acrylic.

 

All nut/seed finishing oils do the same. 

 

Ventilation is a must for enclosed displays.

 

Display cabinets with glass or special, non-outgassing acrylic glazing are to be preferred.

 

The only glue that does not outgas acetic acid fumes and is strong enough for assemblies is hide glue.  The only finish that is safe is shellac. 

 

For items kept in storage, museums have resorted to powder-coated steel.  

[Hans Engelhardt]

Great, thank you everybody, learned something new again that I will incorporate in my next build.