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I just picked up some Bestine ($$$) Does it really dissolve the wax or do I need to do a little scrubbing?
snagged a photo today:
I know acetone turns FUD to a white color.
The Bestine does as well.I believe this is an effect of wax removal, and not any change in the resin. I have a feeling that the wax renders the resin semi-translucent, and when it's totally removed, the natural surface color is revealed. But this is just a guess based on what I know about heptane.
... What do you recommend for coloring in the lettering? I'm afraid that A) the base coat of paint will fill in the tiny letters, and B) there isn't a dry brush in the world dry enough to touch the surface without some blotching...
Cool. There is not a lot of wax on mine, it is soaking now. I know acetone turns FUD to a white color.
It really does dissolve wax, but you'll still need to do some work in crevices and areas with lots of detail. Don't be afraid to soak it a good long while, and repeat the process as needed.
... and shaking enough Bestine vapors to blow up your house...
Holy cow! You got that right! Very volatile... just this side of gasoline!(My wife and I both had early careers in the printing biz. We knows ALL about Bestine! I'm positive there's still a can of it hiding somewhere in our antique art supplies. Nasty stuff.)