Takanuinuva Posted August 2, 2012 Share Posted August 2, 2012 What is the best way to remove printing from lego pieces. I want to take the printing off my Hero factory 2.0 and 3.0 unique hero armor parts along with some printing from the ultrabuild chest pieces. Rubbing alcohol and a cloth works but takes a very long timeI heard that brasso metal polish works but how reliable is it and is it safe to use. Like should I wear gloves while using it. And would it damage the lego parts.I'm looking for a quick and easy way.Would soaking a part in rubbing alcohol make it easier to remove the printing or would it end up damaging the part. Quote I am Takanui Nuva. The Toa Nuva of Light I also go by Baron Von Brickenstein AFOL, Gamer and overall nice person. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ta-metru_defender Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 I've always heard brasso works best too. I'm not sure how you use it, but I suppose to use the usual instructions with using it.It doesn't damage it, though, and I've seen cool MOC's as a result. Quote Hand-drawn, bespoke avatar by none other than Mushy the Mushroom. a body adrift in water, salt, and sky Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pohuaki Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 Brasso can affect the surface a bit; a new brick may end up a bit duller and an old brick may be shinier. It's safe on normal bricks, but has been known to damage softer plastic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aanchir Posted August 7, 2012 Share Posted August 7, 2012 Brasso can affect the surface a bit; a new brick may end up a bit duller and an old brick may be shinier. It's safe on normal bricks, but has been known to damage softer plastic.Also I hear that it can leave "streaks" on transparent parts. Other than that, though, it seems to be one of the favored techniques for print removal among minifigure customizers. Quote Latest MOC: PAIGE (Prototype Artificial Intelligence, Gynoid Expression) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meiko Posted August 7, 2012 Share Posted August 7, 2012 (edited) Brake Fluid tends to take anything like printing, paint, or sticker residue off of plastic, metal, etc. The minifig customizers I've talked to recommend this technique, since it doesn't leave streaks or marks. Edited August 7, 2012 by Meiko Quote -- Meiko - @georgebarnick LUG Ambassador and administrator at Brickipedia News reporter and database administrator at Brickset Administrator at BIONICLEsector01 DISCLAIMER: All opinions and contributions made under this account are based solely on my own personal thoughts and opinions, and in no way represent any of the above groups/entities. If you have any concerns or inquiries about the contributions made under this account, please contact me individually and I will address them with you to the best of my ability. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Takanuinuva Posted August 7, 2012 Author Share Posted August 7, 2012 Brake Fluid tends to take anything like printing, paint, or sticker residue off of plastic, metal, etc. The minifig customizers I've talked to recommend this technique, since it doesn't leave streaks or marks.Sounds like a good way to remove the printing. Any idea how much brake fluid costs. And is it safe to handle on skin? Quote I am Takanui Nuva. The Toa Nuva of Light I also go by Baron Von Brickenstein AFOL, Gamer and overall nice person. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meiko Posted August 7, 2012 Share Posted August 7, 2012 Brake Fluid tends to take anything like printing, paint, or sticker residue off of plastic, metal, etc. The minifig customizers I've talked to recommend this technique, since it doesn't leave streaks or marks.Sounds like a good way to remove the printing. Any idea how much brake fluid costs. And is it safe to handle on skin?It's not very expensive. 12oz (which is plenty to remove printing off of LEGO) costs between $3 - $5 from what I've seen. It is corrosive, but unless you get a ton of it all over you, you should be fine. The most it usually does is causes sensitivity for a little bit on hands and fingers. It's not too bad for you, as long as you're careful. Quote -- Meiko - @georgebarnick LUG Ambassador and administrator at Brickipedia News reporter and database administrator at Brickset Administrator at BIONICLEsector01 DISCLAIMER: All opinions and contributions made under this account are based solely on my own personal thoughts and opinions, and in no way represent any of the above groups/entities. If you have any concerns or inquiries about the contributions made under this account, please contact me individually and I will address them with you to the best of my ability. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Takanuinuva Posted August 7, 2012 Author Share Posted August 7, 2012 Ok then So I'll get some and buy some rubber gloves. I'll use a little at a time when removing printing. Thanks for the answers. You can lock the topic now Quote I am Takanui Nuva. The Toa Nuva of Light I also go by Baron Von Brickenstein AFOL, Gamer and overall nice person. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MasterShadow Posted August 24, 2012 Share Posted August 24, 2012 If you are working with a chemical that does not damage skin the body still absorbs things. It is best to wear gloves to reduce the ammount of chemicals that go into your body.I know I probably don't need to say this but I feel like I should because my welding instructors pointed this out to me. It's not going to hurt you if you get a little bit of a chemical on your hands on occasion but if you do it often it can make you sick. Again sorry for sounding like somene's worrywart grandpa or something. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nuparu1995 Posted August 25, 2012 Share Posted August 25, 2012 Anything corrosive, I guess. I'd start with nail polish and work my way up from there! :lol:But nah, brasso should do it. 1 Quote Nuparu1995 92% of teens have moved onto rap.If you are part of the 8% that still listen to real music, copy and paste this into your signature. R.I.P. - 7/20/2012 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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