Originally Posted by
Flying Helmut
Gloss varnish the area to receive the decal (protects the paint, and gives a glassy-smooth surface to help the decal slide around into the correct location)
Place decal on a sheet of wet blotting paper (the decal will "free-up", as if in water, but will not slip off and sink to the bottom of your water cup! No Decal Fishing!!!!)
Microset the smooth receiving area on the model
Use a Microset-wet paintbrush to slide the decal off the backing sheet, then push the decal around on the model until happy with the position.
Use the corner of a tissue to soak off excess Microset.
When dry, Microsol the decal with a small paintbrush (the decal will conform to all ridges, troughs and bumps on the model)
When dry, Microsol again.
When dry, apply a layer of Gloss varnish (this is tough and durable - should Matt varnish wear away over time, the exposed decal will crack and peel)
When dry, apply the varnish of your choice for the desired finish (if Matt, apply TWICE)
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