Decal silvering problem

[Bigdave22014]

Okay guys, here's a problem that I thought I'd share with you for your opinions:

This is from the new Airfix HC4 kit. The surface was Aqua Glossed, left to dry for a day, then the decal was soaked in water until it came loose on its own (not forced), and was applied over a bed of Microscale Decal Set.

Despite this, it still has a very visible silvering to it.

So, ideas? comments?

 

Cheers, Dave

[stevehnz]

Dave, have a look at this thread, it contains info on what I & quite a few others do with great success,

Steve.

Edited April 20, 2017 by stevehnz

[Bigdave22014]

Thanks. At least I now know it's not just me.

[Jens]

If you let the decal come loose by itself you most probably have washed off the glue from the back of the decal.

I have had success removing silvering with Tamiya Extra Thin glue brushed onto the silvered parts. Make sure it's only a small amount of glue, and only one swipe (until dry).

 

Jens

[Head in the clouds.]

I have used tamiya X20A on old, thick and stubborn decals with some success but trial it first with a decal not to be used on a test model. You can brush it on after or soak it but care needs to be taken if soaking it....do not go and make a cuppa!

Gary