Stripping metal models

There are multiple ways you can strip the paint from models.  I am going to explain how I do my own.

What you will need are the following.  Metal model with paint on it, a plastic tub, an old toothbrush and some Mr Muscle kitchen cleaner.

First put the model inside the tub.  Ensure the model is covered completely by the kitchen cleaner fluid and put a lid on this tub.

Leave this for a fairly long time period.  I typically leave it around 2-7 days.  It depends on how many paint layers have been put onto the model.  More layers require more time to soak.

Take the model out and scrub it in a bowl of water, with the toothbrush.  This may take several minutes per model.  You may need to use a modelling knife to scrape out the paint that gets caught in the detail.  You need the water to remove any remaining mr muscle from the model.

Dry the model on kitchen towels.  It is ready to be reassembled and repainted.