Over the years, action figures have
become far more than just a playable toy for kids. The toys have become major
collectibles and displays for collectors all over the world. If you've amassed
an action figure collection you want to display, then follow this guide to make
the most out of your collection.
The guide covers everything from
lighting to display stability and solo action figure stands.
Action Figure Lighting
Really make your collection stand
out with action figure lighting. The lighting is a key element for your
figures, and the display case you put up should have some lighting to add depth
and layers to the figures you own.
Ideally, LED light strips work the
best for action figure displays. The lights do not get warm and do not feature
UV rays, which can discolor the action figures over time. Place light strips on
the bottom of each shelf and just above each shelf. You will have even lighting
and eliminate shadows so the figure is seen in all its glory.
When you choose a light color, stick
with cooler options so the action figure showcases its more natural color
variants. If a lot of your figure collection features action figures still in
their cases, then consider backlighting options. A subtle backlight will allow
the figure pop and stand out while reducing reflections off the plastic shell.
Hang up blackout curtains or blinds
in the display room to block out natural light. Along with causing wear on the
figures, the light could fade the colors on action figures still left inside
their packages.
Case Stability
No matter what kind of case you
choose to display your action figures in, you want a stable case so you can prevent
falls and major damage to your collectibles. Purchase proper hardware supplies
to anchor cases to the wall. If the walls are drywalls without a proper support
beam, then you should purchase drywall anchors.
The plastic anchors hold screws securely
in place and allow you to anchor your shelves against the wall. You have
multiple options when you anchor the shelves. One of the more basic is a
strap-based anchor, which connects a shelf to the wall using a durable nylon
strap.
You could also attach brackets to
the back of the shelf and the wall. Connect the brackets using a strong and
secure cable line. If the shelf tilts or moves, the cable will hold steady and
protect the whole display from falling.
Solo Action Figure Displays
Some pieces in your collection will
stand out more than others. Highlight some of the best pieces in your display
case with smaller and separate shelves. Allow the figure to stand out on its
own with a floating shelf. The shelf has a minimal look to the design so the action
figure will stand out on its own.
If you want protection for the
action figures, consider a shadow box display. The displays mount directly to
walls and come in multiple shapes ideal for displaying the figures. A shadow
box is ideal for a figure and accessories. For example, you could display a
Batman action figure with a Batmobile on the side.
When you stand up action figures on
an open shelf, prevent them from falling with support stands that have built-in
brackets. The brackets wrap around the waist of a figure and prevent the toy
from falling or leaning out of position. Some figures are harder to stand on
their own so the figure stands will help with stability.
As you shop from brackets and
stands, look for clear designs so the action figures stand out and the brackets
are barely visible from a distance.
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needs with our extensive options at Koontz Hardware. Our experts will help guide you in
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