The Ultimate Plastic-Safe Paint Remover for Model Kits: Scalecoat Wash Away
When it comes to stripping paint from plastic model kits, modelers need a solution that works fast — without destroying delicate parts or fine details. Scalecoat Wash Away was formulated specifically for hobbyists who demand professional-grade performance with total safety for polystyrene, ABS, and common modeling plastics.
Why Modelers Trust Scalecoat Wash Away
For decades, Scalecoat has been known for precision hobby paints. With Wash Away, the same attention to chemistry and finish quality goes into a product that helps you start fresh — by removing paint cleanly, gently, and completely. Whether you’re restoring a vintage kit, correcting a painting mistake, or prepping a project for new colors, Wash Away delivers consistent, predictable results every time.
- Plastic-Safe Formula: Removes paint from model kits without softening or distorting the plastic.
- Fast and Reusable: Works in as little as 10 minutes and can be reused multiple times before disposal.
- Low Odor and Easy Cleanup: Less harsh than hardware-store strippers, ideal for indoor hobby use.
- Compatible Paints: Designed to remove enamel, lacquer, and acrylic hobby coatings from brands like Scalecoat, Tamiya, Testors, AK, and Vallejo.
How to Strip Paint from Plastic Model Kits the Right Way
- Prepare Your Container: Use a non-reactive glass or HDPE plastic tub large enough to hold your parts.
- Pour and Soak: Submerge the parts in Scalecoat Wash Away for 10–15 minutes.
- Brush and Rinse: Gently scrub with a soft toothbrush under warm running water to remove loosened paint.
- Repeat if Needed: Heavy paint layers may require a second soak.
- Dry and Repaint: Allow parts to air dry completely before applying new primer or paint.
Tip: Always test on a small, hidden area first if working with unfamiliar plastics or resin parts. Avoid prolonged exposure on clear parts.
Why Hobbyists Prefer Dedicated Model Paint Removers
Many hobbyists have tried everything from brake fluid to household cleaners to strip paint — with mixed and sometimes disastrous results. The truth is, model plastics are delicate. Harsh solvents can cause softening, cracking, or a fogged finish. Scalecoat Wash Away was designed to prevent those issues by using a controlled chemical balance that lifts paint but leaves the underlying plastic untouched.
Because the solution is reusable and low-fume, it’s also ideal for modelers working in apartments, workshops, or winter months when ventilation is limited.
Best Uses for Wash Away
- Stripping enamel or lacquer paint from older kits
- Removing factory paint from pre-built models or shells
- Cleaning up over-sprayed or uneven paint jobs
- Restoring secondhand or estate-sale finds for repainting
Professional-Grade Quality, Made for Modelers
Scalecoat Wash Away is made in the USA and formulated for consistency — batch after batch. It’s the same trusted chemical backbone used by model train restorers, now proven across plastic car, aircraft, and military model kits. You don’t need to risk unknown or untested formulas when you can use a solution backed by one of modeling’s most recognized names.
How to Buy Scalecoat Wash Away
Scalecoat Wash Away is available directly from Scalecoat.com and through our network of authorized Scalecoat dealers across North America. Dealers can also contact us for wholesale information or to restock Wash Away for retail sale.
To find your nearest Scalecoat retailer, visit our Dealer Locator.
Safety and Handling
Always work in a well-ventilated space, and wear gloves and eye protection when handling any paint-removal products. Do not mix Wash Away with other solvents or cleaners. Dispose of used solution in accordance with local regulations.
Final Thoughts: Refresh, Restore, Repaint
There’s nothing more satisfying than rescuing a kit that’s been collecting dust or repainting a project that didn’t go as planned. With Scalecoat Wash Away, you can strip paint from plastic models safely and confidently — without risking the integrity of your work.
Strip. Clean. Rebuild. Repaint. Do it the right way — with Scalecoat Wash Away.
Available now through Scalecoat Authorized Dealers.
