by Collector's HQ | Jan 16, 2023 | Gundam, Maintenance, Model Kits
Dust can be a major problem for collectors of Gundam Model kits, also known as Gunpla, if they are not properly displayed in a cabinet or display case. When left out in the open, dust can accumulate on the surface of the models, obscuring the intricate details and...
by Collector's HQ | Nov 27, 2022 | Lego, Maintenance
So you ordered a bunch of Lego pieces (mostly likely minifigures), and they are covered in Sharpie. Or you’re going through a bunch of your old LEGOs and find that, as a kid, you covered them in Sharpie. This can be a problem if you want to sell, display, or rebuild...
by Collector's HQ | Nov 20, 2022 | Lego, Maintenance
If you want to change the color of a LEGO pieces, but you don’t want to purchase the piece in a different color through sites like eBay, LEGO.com, or Bricklink; there are some other options for you. It may be possible for you to change the color of the piece yourself,...
by Collector's HQ | Nov 20, 2022 | Action Figures, Miscellaneous
Whether you like to play with your action figures or display them loose joints are a problem. No action figures are immune whether it’s Transformers, Wrestlers, Star Wars, etc. Lack of friction causes looseness. For example, if the ball in a ball-and-socket joint is...
by Collector's HQ | Mar 19, 2022 | Action Figures, Miscellaneous
Are action figures dolls? Are dolls action figures? Is there really a difference between the two? Most people would probably tell you that there is a difference between; however, it’s unlikely they would be able to tell you what the difference is. The truth is that...
by Collector's HQ | Mar 12, 2022 | Display, Lego, Miscellaneous, Storage
Star Destroyers, Tie Fighters, X-Wings, LAATs—there are so many different types of ships in the Star Wars Universe. If you’re a Star Wars fan and also enjoy building LEGO sets, you may have a number of LEGO Star Wars ships assembled and sitting on the shelves in your...
by Collector's HQ | Mar 4, 2022 | Action Figures, Display, Miscellaneous
PC customization has become popular among PC enthusiasts. LED lights and stickers are trendy, fun options for decking out your PC. Decorating your PC with a certain theme in mind can also be a cool idea. Whether its Star Wars, Marvel, DC, anime, etc.—you can adorn...
by Collector's HQ | Jan 26, 2022 | Action Figures, Display
Displaying your action figures is an inherently satisfying activity, because it allows you to showcase all the figures you’ve acquired through your collecting journey. How will you jazz up your collection display though? Some people use epic backdrops, multi-tier...
by Collector's HQ | Jan 4, 2022 | Display, Lego, Storage
When displaying your epic LEGO set collection, there are many hazards you must consider. One of those hazards is dust. While dust will not damage your LEGO sets, it certainly doesn’t look nice at all; and once the dust has settled, it can be pretty hard to clean. So,...
by Collector's HQ | Dec 31, 2021 | Action Figures
Is your stuffed animal collection taking up too much space on your bed? Have you lost a significant amount of floor space to accommodate for them? Well, there are ways to you can have your plushy friends on display without having them take up a large amount of space...
