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Getting the right look for lights


Chek

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A solution I've used for years now is as follows and gives the correct type of inverted reflection you see in the reflectors of real lights.

 

Stretch some clear sprue to a thickness suitable to your needs.

Hold a clean, cut edge near a candle flame. 

As you move the sprue end closer to the flame, it'll form a ball and retreat.

As you bring the ball in closer it will enlarge.

Or burst into a puff of flame - trial and error will see you through.

Let it solidify then paint the spherical area silver and let dry.

You can then either drill or hot pin a hole for the bulb in the rear of the reflector to apply a drop of clear colour, or leave as is for white lights.

At this stage, I find it easier to glue the ball to a pre-painted and prepared mounting bracket or plate.

Snip off the sprue stub 'handle' then sand it to a convex round light lens and polish to clarity.

 

You'll never be stuck for light lenses again, as long as you have clear sprue and a candle!

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