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05-26-2020, 01:10 PM | #1 |
Cobra Viper
Join Date: Apr 2010
Location: Morgan Hill, CA
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Hello,
So I've been regularly buying MGR stuff recently. Both Geared -up products and parts for my own creations. While working with toys is fun and allows for some escapism, I have found myself in a bit of a pickle; what do I do with my stuff once it's finished. I do not want to pack my MGR items in a box, but I won't be playing with them either any time soon. So what options are out there? Figure clamshells? Acrylic display cases that are stackable? Currently, I'm doing some work in the garage that will free up some shelf space. So I will probably store/ display there on repurposed book shelving. SO thoughts? recommendations on stuff that can display/ protect that will not cost a mint? Thank you for your feedback in advance. |
05-26-2020, 01:28 PM | #2 |
Crimson Guard
Join Date: May 2015
Location: CT
Posts: 2,052
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I use the plastic storage cabinets you can get at home depot.
https://www.homedepot.com/p/HDX-35-i...1872/205438528 I have one of those - I am going to get another to replace this one: https://www.homedepot.com/p/HDX-27-i...1874/205438530 I think the 35 in ones are better - they can store more and have more depth so you can fit some aircraft on the shelves. They also protect the vehicles from light which can damage the plastic. |
05-26-2020, 01:39 PM | #3 |
Mass Nerderer
Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: Slitherin' around the tank- It's cool, though, 'cause I'm being "watched"
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I've built low profile shelving from floor to ceiling myself, because if I can't see it, I don't need it. For the figures I've got them at a depth of 3", with each shelf space at 5.5" apart.
I haven't gotten around to vehicles yet, but those dimensions will obviously be different. Facing large shelving unuts like that with glass is great for dust, I personally like old sliding glass doors, because every dollar saved on storage/displays can go to more toys! |
05-26-2020, 01:53 PM | #4 |
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Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: Georgia
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You may not want to display them in the garage unless it's a constant normal room temperature. Any extremes, hot or cold, will stress the plastic causing it to become brittle. Your figures will not last as long. Also, keep out of direct sunlight to keep from having the colors fade.
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05-26-2020, 07:49 PM | #5 |
Reptilian Ninja
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Jacksonville, Fl
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Whats considered direct sunlight? Like right in front of the window? Will it be ok if the window is covered with blinds. What about if the figure is stored to the right of the window or left? I know a lot of questions.
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You may not want to display them in the garage unless it's a constant normal room temperature. Any extremes, hot or cold, will stress the plastic causing it to become brittle. Your figures will not last as long. Also, keep out of direct sunlight to keep from having the colors fade.
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05-26-2020, 08:43 PM | #6 |
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In general no light is best, but you can put UV blocker film on your window, which will allow you to have light in your room, and it will not discolor your collection.
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05-26-2020, 09:37 PM | #7 |
Bucketbot
Join Date: Jan 2016
Location: ATX
Posts: 1,402
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If you keep them in sealed bags, you are going to need to worry about the plastics changing over time. I notice it on some of my MTF figures. Tans and yellows seem to change fairly quickly. Some of my tan pants contract ops already have obviously different colored knees.
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05-26-2020, 09:50 PM | #8 |
Toastmaster Joe
Join Date: Oct 2011
Location: In the fertile Eurotas valley of Laconia
Posts: 2,026
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Thanks for the tip about avoiding the use of sealed baggies...what would be a good alternative in terms of keeping those figures in storage, besides the use of a cabinet type of thing. I'm guessing keeping them in appropriate sized plastic containers?
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05-26-2020, 09:52 PM | #9 |
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05-26-2020, 09:53 PM | #10 |
Toastmaster Joe
Join Date: Oct 2011
Location: In the fertile Eurotas valley of Laconia
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I've always kept my joes and MTF in our attic (finished space), where the temperature can reach up to 85-90 in the summer...I'm guessing that's not a good idea in the long run? Cheers.
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You may not want to display them in the garage unless it's a constant normal room temperature. Any extremes, hot or cold, will stress the plastic causing it to become brittle. Your figures will not last as long. Also, keep out of direct sunlight to keep from having the colors fade.
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