How to Clean A Comic Before Getting It Graded |

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It has taken some time but here is the comic book dry cleaning video that people have been asking for. This video shows you my process for cleaning a comic if you want to send it to CGC Comics, CBCS or PGX. This process also works if you just want to improve the appearance of a comic and place it in mylar or a poly page. Enjoy.
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@joeyxsolo 4 жыл бұрын

Regie, you are the man! Great video. A lot of others refuse to share these kinds of skills and as always, you go above and beyond to share knowledge and skill sets that will help the community. Thank you, for all you do!

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome bud. Sharing is caring. That’s what my old manager use to say. 👊🏾

@miguelh4750 4 жыл бұрын

Yes ! I've been waiting for this video. Thanks Regie

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

👊🏾

@LPM85 4 жыл бұрын

that was awesome!! So glad I saw this before sending anything off.. will be using these techniques!

@brianhart2178 4 жыл бұрын

Great job! You know Regie, I have been waiting a long time for this video to drop. Good job my main man! You made my Monday!

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks bro. It was a long video to make. Thought the computer was going to die. Lol.

@mathieu9789 2 жыл бұрын

Great video mate. Super informative!

@Klung1 2 жыл бұрын

You've become one of my go-to sources for collecting info. Thanks for another helpful clip.

@RegieCollects 2 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome. There is a part 2 to this video as well with other cleaning techniques.

@BrooklynAvenue Жыл бұрын

Mr. Clean rules! He cleans everything.

@sangmanolack3884 2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU for this step by step instruction and it's the best on KZfaq! I Subscribed😁

@RegieCollects 2 жыл бұрын

You are welcome bud. There are several on cleaning and pressing. Good luck.

@thehumangrain3538 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing video! Thanks so much for sharing your technique. 🙏

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

Salute

@taciturnip 9 ай бұрын

Super-duper. Great detailed video!

@jeanclaudevantom692 4 жыл бұрын

love your videos regie.. you kill it with topics ! much love from san antonio

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you bud. I have felt really good about the content over the last few weeks. I appreciate you watching and commenting.

@jamest1955 4 жыл бұрын

Another helpful/informative video. Thank you!

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

👊🏾

@TheSimplyIncrediblePodcast 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. Lots of great info that I'll be testing before my pressing. Thanks so much.

@Marcus-ru1ht 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this. Really appreciate collectors like you who is helping other collectors in the comic industry. 🍻

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

Stand up.

@dscomics5603 4 жыл бұрын

I love the magic erasers too. I cut them into 1-inch cubes to use. I also like polymer eraser tips that you can put on the end of a pen or pencil. I feel like I have more control over small parts of the book with the fine point of the eraser.

@amazingspiderfan9542 4 жыл бұрын

Perfect timing! My new press is coming tomorrow. Wish me luck ! 😁Thanks for all the informative videos, Regie!

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

Luck? Nah, just watch my videos on replay. Joking...good luck brother.

@amazingspiderfan9542 4 жыл бұрын

@@RegieCollects I forgot to mention how nice that hulk turned out! What a difference. Nice job!

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

It was like night and day between the two. I was really impressed with the improvement especially on that back cover. Thanks for watching.

@WinglessNetwork 4 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial Regie and thank you for sharing

@kylercantrell8127 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video Reg

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

You are welcome bud!

@cmastre1 3 жыл бұрын

Great video and advice Regie definitely want to start doing this. Looking into a press at the moment as well

@RegieCollects 3 жыл бұрын

There is a part 2 to this cleaning video that was just released: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/esCEjLZjrJm5eqM.html Here is a blog post that might interest you as well: regiecollects.com/f/starter-kit-for-comic-pressing

@wellboar Жыл бұрын

I watched this video last year before I subbed to you, so here I am giving my 👍. You got some ASMR action going here 😂🤣. Cheers Regie!

@heavyhammergymcomics721 4 жыл бұрын

Very informative, Regie. I will use your techniques when I start trying to clean my comics. Thanks!

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

👊🏾

@do1larstradingcardcoin756 4 жыл бұрын

Make sure you practice on crap low to no value books please.. Love Regie and he has his own way.. I have to say their are alot of things missing from this video to safely clean comics.. When you wipe, please do not wipe in a back and forth motion you can cause scratches (too much pressure during microfiber) and dents.. If your going to use Regie's microfiber cloths fold it nicely into a 3"x3" or so square, use an unsharpened pencil with the eraser head as the handle or vice versa and use the weight of the pencil for your guide.. then wipe slowly and gently in clock wise and counter clock wise circles..

@porterp1814 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Regie! You’ve inspired me to give this a go! Thanks man. 👊

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

👊🏾 Get after it bro.

@Ross-qv5fk 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for another great video. I've been waiting for this one.

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

I got you bro. 👊🏾

@mattforge6518 4 жыл бұрын

That was a great video! Appreciate the effort you put into that bc I'm sure was not an easy one to pull together. Also kudos for having the stomach to damage that AC #1 lol. Showin out for the community 💪

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

Sacrifices have to be made my friend. 🤪😂

@juvenilemachine 4 жыл бұрын

Thank goodness! I've needed advice in this area from someone I could trust ! Thanks Regie!

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

You are welcome bud. I hope that it helps.

@juvenilemachine 4 жыл бұрын

@@RegieCollects It has absolutely helped my friend! Thank you for you dedication to educating us newbies!

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

It’s definitely a commitment bro. Thank you for being part of the journey.

@troytatzko1056 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Regie! Such an informative video. Wow, I had no idea there was such a difference between the inks of the modern and older era books!

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

It’s night and day with the ink and the paper quality. The old books are just study. The modern books are like a delicate flower. 😂🤪

@derekedge5239 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks regie. I think I’m going to give this a try!

@veeka_cgclosetgeek5011 4 жыл бұрын

Brother absolutely killed this how to, awesome approach using a magic eraser. I never would have thought of it, and I’ve never witnessed for myself someone doing the same. Thank you for the value you bring

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Veeka. I appreciate you bro. Glad you enjoyed the video.

@j-stilt9746 4 жыл бұрын

Just found your channel a few days ago. I'm really liking it.. You are very upbeat and well spoken. Keep up the great work!

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

Welcome to the channel bud. Take a look around. Kick the tires. Let me know if you need anything.

@j-stilt9746 4 жыл бұрын

@@RegieCollects Thanks! I was actually at the Dollar store today and picked up some Magic Erasers while there. I've cleaned about 20 books today and it works quite nicely, although I'm a little nervous with higher dollar books. I wanna try that putty stuff too. Have you heard of DampRid?

@comiccollectionagency7581 4 жыл бұрын

That white on that Star Wars cover looks brand new after that cleaning, I'm just gonna go ahead and say it, that was badass!

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

🤷🏾‍♂️ boom

@tinakaranson6964 4 жыл бұрын

Great tips Regie! Your method seems easier than some others ive seen. Love those magic erasers.

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tina.

@DaveSmedleyis93 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this! Brilliant!

@swiftjohn22 3 жыл бұрын

thank you for this work

@Irishman661 4 жыл бұрын

Great video Regie these are going to help me when I buy a press thank you sir!

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

👊🏾

@holdfast2628 4 жыл бұрын

Couple parts in the video I thought I was listening to Bob Ross. Lol. Awesome video Regie

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

Bro, I was trying to channel my inner Jim Lee. My man does his thing on Twitch. Love that dude. But I'll take Bob Ross too. LOL.

@TheSimplyIncrediblePodcast 4 жыл бұрын

I thought the same thing. I checked the comments to see if I was the only one, lol.

@briannorman952 4 жыл бұрын

The eraser is a life saver for cleaning. You want to go slow. One side of those erasers seems more abrasive. I practiced on about 20 old beaters until I learned what worked. I take before and after shots with my iPhone. You will be amazed at the difference. It especially worked really good on the back covers and that's where a lot more dirt accumulates on the older ones. Once I was done I went over the entire cover ever so gently and wiped it with a soft cloth. Your 100% right the eraser is a huge help. You hear people saying it removes gloss but I never had an issue until I pressed really really hard which I did on a beater to see how much pressure it could take. Great video Regie.

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

The newer erasers definitely have ridges. 👎🏾 I don’t care for that. I have several of the older erasers that are perfectly flat. I prefer those. The difference really is amazing. And, you’re spot on regarding going slow and taking your time. You can ruin anything if you rush and/or do not pay attention.

@Cirnenric 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent information.

@LuisCruz-oh2hm 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. This gives me some confidence to give it a shot. 👍👍👍😁😁😁

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

Good luck!!

@DewittLewis561 4 жыл бұрын

Not going to lie reggie this vid helped me out alot thanks ill share this in my group page

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

You are welcome. It’s a multi-part series.

@ChrisReeder 4 жыл бұрын

Great stuff man! I have never tried the magic eraser. I have used a soft regular eraser but have to be incredibly careful. Thanks for sharing this type of content that lots of people wont share for some reason.

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

I think care is needed for all comic cleaning techniques. It’s easy to get carried away with the “mission” of removal. Lol. Good luck bro.

@baxterleclair 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. Have just ordered my Mt Clean Magic Eraser and Microfibre cloths from Amazon

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

👊🏾

@grios5530 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. I'm about to start attempting cleaning of some books I got so this helps a lot.

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

You are welcome.

@l02matet 4 жыл бұрын

Just what I needed!

@michaelsloup3200 4 жыл бұрын

Incredible video! I lost my 10,000 book collection in 2011 to a house fire. Rebuilt a smaller collection since but alot of lower grade stuff. Have been thinking about getting into cleaning and pressing as a way to improve what I have and to reconnect with the hobby (as a collector/reader since 1981...it was a hard hit to lose it all). This is just what I needed to see. Thanks Regie!

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome. There is a full series on cleaning, pressing including a Q&A. I can’t imagine what it’s like to lose a collection but I’m glad that you’re still in the hobby. Be well.

@Oasiscozm 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! Thanks a lot.

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

You are welcome.

@RobbBoswell 4 жыл бұрын

I almost cried when you burned that absolute carnage.. :( lol. Sheesh dude. Great video series. LOVE these.. very good tips I hadn't thought of.. both ..pressing and cleaning.. thank you!

@Batman-ux6vv 4 жыл бұрын

Long time collector and tried different ways to clean and press comics this video helps a lot one for pressing comics is Teflon paper and iron works well I’m subscribing thanks.

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the sub bud. I appreciate it.

@nighttigercomics7323 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips. This helped a lot.

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

Boom

@Isayseeno 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video just subbed

@ramiroequipilag1316 Жыл бұрын

excellent suggestion. I do the same thing when I buy valuable Raw comics before permanently adding it for storing but I use white cotton inspection gloves when cleaning abrasion and finger print because I can feel the grain of the cover more. I am 57 years old now and my eyes don't work as well as they use to, so I adapted my dads technique by using a large magnifying glass (when he check his coins) clamped to my glass work table with LED lamp for extra lighting. I also press my books using a T-Shirt press machine that I bought in E-Bay and afterward sandwiching it between two boards inside a clean mylar. I do not submit my books for grading but I do anything to keep them as fresh as possible.

@tonyandreolli9815 4 жыл бұрын

Great video Regie never even thought of using a magic eraser I'm definitely going to try that on the next one I clean looks so much easier than using an eraser like I do

@JamesSackett 4 жыл бұрын

thank you for this video I just found it and you gained a new subscriber

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it bro. There is a multi-part series on pressing as well. And, welcome to the channel.

@JamesSackett 4 жыл бұрын

@@RegieCollects watching it now thank you so much.

@adamchace 2 жыл бұрын

Just discovered this, so helpful

@RegieCollects 2 жыл бұрын

There is a part two that is actually better. Just search for it.

@fellbanecollecting8323 4 жыл бұрын

Great video Regie, enjoyed it very much. What advise would you offer for working an area that contains color breaking creases or ticks. Also any additional cleaning after removing the book from the moisture tank, right before pressing? Does the moisture assist in any way in removing something that wouldn’t come off previously?

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

I would clean the book before the moisture bath and press. This should be the first thing that is done. Anything outside of this would be experimentation that I would not want to communicate. Care should be taken with any defects (e.g., creases, bends, folds, tape, etc). Some folks prefer erasers that can be placed on the tip of a pencil for working in small tight areas.

@brickkstheirongeek9303 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the vid bruh!

@Shespawn1992 4 жыл бұрын

Okay this is awesome 👏🏽 I swear I was going to say magic eraser on ready set go, and Ive always been a little scared to do cleaning on books even though I’m super ocd about cleaning my house 😂 You my friend are doing an amazing job thank you for the amazing videos!!

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the kind words. I’m glad that folks are enjoying the content. 🤪🤪

@huntincomics 4 жыл бұрын

This was helpful, thank you

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

You are welcome.

@darrenrivard3848 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Regie, I use Mr Clean erasers also, but I also love the Mr Clean thin eraser sheets. These work so well I almost want to use only them, still using both. Love your videos and am also a new subscriber. I have binged watched all your videos.

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

Welcome to the channel brother and thank you for contributing to the discussion.

@HiddenGemComics 3 жыл бұрын

thank you so much for this tutorial

@RegieCollects 3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome. There is a newer video as well with additional techniques.

@HiddenGemComics 3 жыл бұрын

@@RegieCollects awesome thank you

@Homemadegameguru 4 жыл бұрын

It's interesting to see the different techniques people have. Yours is the first to show the Magic Eraser. Also cool to assess various options to find the best fit

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching bro

@itsyoungbluu6604 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks man now I can clean my books before sending them to get graded 🤟🏻

@anthemknight 4 жыл бұрын

Impressive, thank you.

@mdorado19 4 жыл бұрын

Im going to try your technique. I bought some cheap books with dirt and debris to try it out. You should clean one half and lea e one half dirty and show the difference! Awesome work!

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

Good luck!

@vuhong5617 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah i was think trying Me Clean Magice eraser lol now i know it work im going try it ty Regie

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

Good luck bro.

@miguelh4750 4 жыл бұрын

Great job on Hulk 180 !!! How long did it take? Yes please more before and after pics :) AF15?

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

I probably spent about 40 mins on that book. It wasn’t all at once but total time. That book was really soiled-front and back.

@ghostrider6503 4 жыл бұрын

New subscriber. Looking forward to learning more from your experiments with comics. Keep up the great work Reggie. Your comic related videos are second to none.

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

Welcome bro. I appreciate you watching and commenting. Take a look around and let me know if you have any questions. Happy to help.

@brickkstheirongeek9303 4 жыл бұрын

So helpful!

@toxicrealitymedia 4 жыл бұрын

And here I thought this video was done awhile back and I just couldn't find it lol.. thanks man. I purchased absorbene and a few other drafting paper cleaning materials last month. And I must of subliminally known I needed magic erasers and bought the 20 pack Stik brand on Amazon really cheap. I used one for the dishes and didn't like it lol. Now I know what I need them for haha. Great vid as always bro!

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

Nope. Lol. This is a brand new video. Hopefully it helps bud. I’ve heard about absorbene from other guys but I’ve never tried it.

@maxkernfeld7928 4 жыл бұрын

Ahhh, ASM #100 ... I waited more than 2 months for this comic to arrive. But it was worth it !🕷😄

@jfhoude81 4 жыл бұрын

I have a local comic store that dry clean and press for 20 dollars (Canadian) or 10 dollar if you send it off to CGC threw them. I'm to much of a newbie to try to clean for myself but one day I'll try one of my low nothing comic. Keep up the great work Reggie.

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks bud. I appreciate the kind words. Pressing and cleaning isn't for everyone. Jump in when you're ready if at all. :-)

@AngelRamirez-ie7qz 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Regie very helpful. Who knew a magic eraser, pretty cool.

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

🤷🏾‍♂️ Who knew indeed. The idea hit me and it worked so I ran with it.

@AngelRamirez-ie7qz 4 жыл бұрын

I look forward to trying it out I'm going to go watch your pressing vids as well.

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

👊🏾

@karabinas 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video...subscribed

@RegieCollects 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome to the channel bro. There is a newer version of this video out there. I messed up the upload and the video quality is bad even though it was shot in 4K. I’ll try to upload the better version again. I only mentioned this second video because I demonstrate additional cleaning techniques.

@Joeh1154 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate your post. I've always had an aversion to cleaning them for fear of damage but dry cleaning seems the least invasive and I'll give it a try. I've got plenty of boards and I just got the eraser. One question. You wipe down the book with a clean cloth first and I like that. How do you feel about treated wipe cloths like the type treated to pick up dust? I'm thinking chemicals but then again the Mr. Clean eraser would be similar. Your thoughts? Best.

@RegieCollects 3 жыл бұрын

I don’t use chemicals so I can’t comment. Sorry. I prefer to use mechanical means to clean. My goal is to use the least abrasive item to remove the most dirty from the comic as possible. Here is a new video on cleaning. Unfortunately the resolution had some issues but you should get the idea: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/esCEjLZjrJm5eqM.html

@TheSnapdad 4 жыл бұрын

I have purchased those microfiber cloths in a 50 pack for $10 at Menards. The rags pop out similar to a tissue box. I also use them to wipe down vinyl records. People also use magic erase to clean turntable stylus. Thanks for the information ℹ️

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

Boom! Who knew that magic erasers had so much utility. Lol. 👊🏾

@yongt3368 4 жыл бұрын

Regie, you were channeling Bob Ross! Felt like I was watching PBS on a Saturday.

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

Lol. That’s awesome. He’s a legend in the talking while doing game. Personally I was thinking about Jim Lee. He does an amazing job sketching and talking to the viewer. Love that dude.

@KollectingKaos 4 жыл бұрын

I have thought several times about adding the Magic Eraser to my cleaning arsenal, after seeing this I'll go ahead and pull that trigger. I will still be using my erasers as well as I have developed really good control over them through the years. I like that you added a Microfiber cloth too, that is one of my most important tools for comics. I also use a large make up brush to gently brush away the eraser crumbs. I can't recommend these enough from brushing off crumbs to dry brushing models and miniatures, they are amazing. My wife claims they can be used on the face to, but I find that a little far fetched. 8^) All in all some good tips, so thanks for the video, I'm certain that it helped some people out.

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

Your wife has no clue what’s she’s talking about. Zero. 😂🤪 The magic eraser popped into my head one day after watching my wife use the erase on my children’s shoes. Clearly these ladies are onto something. 😂🤪 Thanks for watching bro.

@miguelh4750 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Regie. Great part at 24:00. Thats what I was looking for. I have seen other people use white eraser (for pencil), I have never seen your technique ! 25:40 R.I.P. Carnage. I am not cleaning modern books. Excellent advice about not using too much pressure. Any way of restoring a gloss ? Please clean the Gibbon in ASM 110. #gibbongang LOL

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

I had to show what would happen because folks would ask. 😂 Technically I warned you up front that something would happen. Pressure is such an important element of cleaning. I’m not sure of gloss can be restored. I’m also not sure what impact that would have on a book during the grading process. I’m certain that someone has figured out how to add gloss but that is beyond my experiences.

@oldcomiccollector8228 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Regie have you noticed any colour rub from cleaning on a backing board? I use the same method and on dark colours it’s lifting a bit 😟

@RegieCollects 3 жыл бұрын

I’m not exactly following this comment. The connect between the back board and cleaning isn’t connected for me. With that said, here is a newer cleaning video that may help you: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/esCEjLZjrJm5eqM.html

@keithbrown8236 Жыл бұрын

Great video

@RegieCollects Жыл бұрын

Thanks. It’s a multi-part series. Enjoy.

@dkthief 3 жыл бұрын

Great vid. I have tried a few bronze comics for pressing. Used the humidity chamber and when pressed, the covers are great. But noticed if comic is laid flat there is a slight curve or 2 and completely flat. What am i doing wrong? Thx

@RegieCollects 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I not sure what you are asking. Are the comics slightly curved or completely flat?

@dkthief 3 жыл бұрын

@@RegieCollects ok. kinda hard to explain. So if you lay the comic flat on a table and the spine is to the right and if you are at eye level with the comic toward the top, not the face of the comic but where the top and bottom cover sandwiches the pages, its not totally flat. Maybe better example if you hold the comic in the bag and board upright you can se the wave there also. It be easier to show a pic but don't think i can add it here

@bennettbennettsb 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Reggie I never realized I could clean my comics

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

You are welcome.

@MrComics89 4 жыл бұрын

Great Video, i should have thought of Magic Erasers, my wife loves them and uses them for everything but i never thought about using them to clean comics

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

Man, the wives are ahead of the curve on this one.

@MrComics89 4 жыл бұрын

Yes they are the secret keepers of the knowledge of the magic eraser lol

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

Lol. My wife will have my kids shoes looking brand new. It’s amazing.

@maggot6508 4 жыл бұрын

I'm interested to see you send a comic to cgc as is to see it's grade, and when you get it back clean it, press it, and resubmit to see what the difference would be. It would probably be quite an investment but it would be cool to quantify how much value your work is!

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

I prefer to look at all the 9.8s and 9.6s that have come back as evidence of my work cleaning and pressing books. Here are a few of the recent books: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/j9eRpauA0Zy8dpc.html kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Y9NonJudtMC3iGQ.html kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mcCimsJ3tMe6ook.html

@rubennieves8248 4 жыл бұрын

Really cool man awesome job I'd really like to see you take a sticker off a comic that would be pretty cool

@A1bumhunt 4 жыл бұрын

Do you do anything different to dark comics EX. like black backgrounds?

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

Nope.

@yorusama5011 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this. Do you know if gloves heros with boy transferring out wiping the ink off?

@RegieCollects Жыл бұрын

I think autocorrect got you. Not sure what you are asking.

@jamiepina80 Жыл бұрын

@@RegieCollects OMGosh...lol, so sorry. Here's what my question was supposed to be: Do you know if gloves help with not transferring or wiping the ink off?

@neffort 4 жыл бұрын

Was waiting to see this one, Regie. I've been cleaning and pressing for about 6 months now. Always enjoy any extra tips to pick up. I really enjoy the cleaning and pressing process. I have a ASM #300 in the press now. Which is my second copy that isn't signed.

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

Boom! Hope that sucker comes out perfect! 👊🏾👊🏾

@do1larstradingcardcoin756 4 жыл бұрын

Watching your video now broski's.. Where are your white soft erasers with the Absorene pads? Where is the Absorene putty? LOL micro fiber Ive never used those but they seem good and def proprietary.. Ill have to try that.. I use fragrance free make up remover cotton rounds..

@smokinjoe32927 4 жыл бұрын

Can you please share what comic press you use? Thank you.

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

It’s a 5-6 part series. Here is video one: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/oNacZtOZyZu3oac.html

@sith.713lord 4 жыл бұрын

I been waiting to clean press books but after this video I think I'm ready. I'm going to start with cleaning. Question, when cleaning a book is the cleaning focus on the white areas? Awesome video Regie you the man

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

I clean the entire book. You have to take care with the colored areas or you risk removing color. Dirt shows up mostly in the white areas so that’s why I focused there in the video.

@sith.713lord 4 жыл бұрын

@@RegieCollects thanks Regie for the advice

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

Slow and steady. Light pressure.

@joker7596 4 жыл бұрын

Loving this!! Think I know the answer, but what do you do if there is dirt in a colored area? Just run the washcloth over it I’m assuming since the magic eraser would be bad. Or is there something else?

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

I use the cloth and the magic eraser. The magic eraser will remove everything if you press too hard but gentle pressure will allow you to remove the dirt before removing the ink. Look back at the footage of the Hulk book. It was dirty in the color and non-color areas. It's easier to show improvement for the purpose of video in the white areas but the process is the same.

@joker7596 4 жыл бұрын

Regie Collects oh that makes sense. Time to dig out some old worthless books and get at it lol

@moemaya9499 4 жыл бұрын

For the cleaning pads I see they sell the 2X and the 4X mr clean pads. Which is better for the comic?

@j-stilt9746 4 жыл бұрын

I would just go with the regular pads. I was at the store today and saw the 4x. I went with the normal ones and they seem to work fine. 4x may be too abrasive.

@KingpenComix 4 жыл бұрын

wow magic eraser? never thought about that. it doesnt leave any micro scratches does it? great video. just added a few things to my shopping list for cleaning. thanks regie

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

Check out my recent CGC unboxing full of high grade books using this process. 😂🤪 Any cleaning process has the potential to damage books. It comes down to technique.

@darrenrivard3848 4 жыл бұрын

Haha, one more thing. I use microfiber cleaning towels out of the auto department in most stores I get them from the dollar store. They are lint free and absorbent. These towels will clean 90 percent of the comic without any ink removal I have found.

@dollarbindudeA 3 жыл бұрын

I like the Magic Eraser technique. They now have Magic Eraser Sheets which are about .03 inch thick.

@RegieCollects 3 жыл бұрын

I just saw those a few days ago. That product line continues to grow. It’s pretty impressive how well those things works.

@grantbaugh2773 4 жыл бұрын

Do you have any tips for water stains? I'm excited to try this on some of my less important comics.

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

I do not. People have said there are ways to remove water stains but I tend to avoid purchase books with water stains so I have zero experience. Sorry.

@KollectingKaos 4 жыл бұрын

Cleaning water stains is possible but you are talking advanced cleaning techniques that fall more in the realm of restoration. I have only removed water stains from paperback books, not had the courage to try it on a comic yet. The key ingredient to removing them is distilled water. Some people use a 50% water/white vinegar solution but I am a little fearful of getting even mild acids near my comics and books.

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

I always wondered how folks did it. Not sure that I’m brave enough for that. 😂 Solid comment bud.

@icewedgedude 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, but I have noobie question. Are you slightly wetting the eraser or is it dry?

@RegieCollects 3 жыл бұрын

Dry. With that said, here is a recent video that provides a lot more guidance: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/esCEjLZjrJm5eqM.html

@bluecloudsmoke 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve burned the gloss in the price box in older comics because I’m trying so hard to get that dirt out of the box but it’s such a tight area to work in.

@RegieCollects 4 жыл бұрын

Yes indeed. I prefer a little magic eraser on the finger tip. Others have recommended the small erasers that fit on the top of a pencil. You’ll have to find something that works best for you.