Box Repair - Tips

[Kwik_One]

Apologies if this already exists.

So, a friend of mine told me he uses a hair straightener to repair boxes. I tried it and it works like a charm. Now, it won’t fully get out creases but it will get rid of warping, bends or other minor imperfections. It won’t warp the window (at least mine didn’t).

Anyone else have any tips or tricks?

[Cheeky Chi]

That's interesting. How does it work exactly? Are there videos?

[mrclawking]

i may need this for some of my $100+ pops so please share

[beckysaurus]

oh wow! I have never heard of/tried this before. I am shocked that it works without warping them more. So awesome. We need you to post a before-and-after because I'm too afraid to try it

[Jalapenopete]

This is a great tip!! Thanks fellow funatic

[fischmioli]

oh wow! I have never heard of/tried this before. I am shocked that it works without warping them more. So awesome. We need you to post a before-and-after because I'm too afraid to try it

Yeah never heard of this before! Definitely would like to see a video of this!

[Kwik_One]

Let me dig up some boxes that need help and I’ll share before and after pics and maybe even a vid. I was super hesitant at first but tried it on some beat up boxes and was pleasantly surprised. As previously noted, it won’t take out creases but it does help warps and light bends.

[cypress]

Would definitely love a video on this, especially since I am visual learner .

[Sarcasticguy]

Just for the curiosity, I need to see a video haha.

I'd be worried that the heat would melt the ink or something on the box.

[CaseyJones14]

Huh I haven't heard about this either. I wonder if the fix will last permanently or eventually go back to being warped.

[Sarcasticguy]

Huh I haven't heard about this either. I wonder if the fix will last permanently or eventually go back to being warped.

I'm not sure that, essentially paper, has memory like plastic or resin. Would be a fun experiment.

[CaseyJones14]

I'm not sure that, essentially paper, has memory like plastic or resin. Would be a fun experiment.

Oh I thought the OP was talking about fixing the plastic haha

[Sarcasticguy]

I'm not sure that, essentially paper, has memory like plastic or resin. Would be a fun experiment.

Oh I thought the OP was talking about fixing the plastic haha

Oh, I read it as the actual cardboard... now I have more questions .

[Stitch626]

Interesting tip! I'd love to see some videos or before and afters because I try it out myself.

[HiMyNameIsSean]

oh wow! I have never heard of/tried this before. I am shocked that it works without warping them more. So awesome. We need you to post a before-and-after because I'm too afraid to try it

This haha.
Like everyone else, I’d love to see a video of this in action!

I’d still never do it. I’m too lazy.

[WildberryPOPtarts33]

Best tip: Take them out of the box

[kappait]

Apologies if this already exists.

So, a friend of mine told me he uses a hair straightener to repair boxes. I tried it and it works like a charm. Now, it won’t fully get out creases but it will get rid of warping, bends or other minor imperfections. It won’t warp the window (at least mine didn’t).

Anyone else have any tips or tricks?

How bad was the warping that you fixed?

[Random_sum1]

I am intrigued

[Jango_Fresh]

I have heard of people "pressing" comic books to get rid of some flaws, but a crease is a crease not sure a flat iron can remedy that.

[Funkofresh916]

never thought of this but seems like a good idea Im going to need to try it

[Kwik_One]

I haven’t forgotten about posting pics/video. I’ve just st been busy with work. If not during the week then this weekend.

[coopscohen]

I had heard people place towels over the box and iron them or something to that extent. Never actually tried something like this though.

[danioh77]

Thx for your Tip} hope someone will post video how to do it on youtube or something.

[Kiners_funatic]

Interesting... I'd love to see the video too! And please note what temperature I should set too! I recently ordered a pop online. I actually bought 3 just in case, to avoid having damaged one. But all 3 came in damaged....

[blockablelaser]

I would love to see this.

[Claire58]

It makes complete sense. What I usually do is flatten the box as much as I can, put a towel over it, and iron on a low setting.
Essentially the same process, but I like the barrier that the towel allows.

[noobie]

Best tip: Take them out of the box

never

[Shinfo13]

Best tip: Take them out of the box

Team OOB!

Seriously though, since I shifted to being oob I just don't care as much about minor box flaws. I would rather have good paint and imperfect box over flawless box and jacked-up paint.

[FunkQFied]

Gotta try this out! Thanks for the tip!

[FunkoFresh253]

this i'd like to try, but on old pop boxes that i dont care about anymore until i get the settings and timing right. i usually straighten the edges and im not sure, but i feel it reenforces and strengthens the factory folds.

[Shinfo13]

I've tried using an iron with paper towels as a barrier before, but found that just placing the box under something like some books or a case of water for a few days and then flipping it over and leaving it a few more will work just as well for fixing warped boxes or dents. Can't do anything with the creases but netter than running the risk of overheating the box and warping the plastic window.

[S_E_R_G_I_O]

I would be scared for it to burn the cardboard or something

[GraySea]

I've tried using an iron with paper towels as a barrier before, but found that just placing the box under something like some books or a case of water for a few days and then flipping it over and leaving it a few more will work just as well for fixing warped boxes or dents. Can't do anything with the creases but netter than running the risk of overheating the box and warping the plastic window.

Good tip, I'll try that.

[WildberryPOPtarts33]

Best tip: Take them out of the box

never

Baha you're missing out on so much detail!

[WildberryPOPtarts33]

Best tip: Take them out of the box

Team OOB!

Seriously though, since I shifted to being oob I just don't care as much about minor box flaws. I would rather have good paint and imperfect box over flawless box and jacked-up paint.

I've always displayed mine in both ways without much rhyme or reason, but I always take everything out of the box at least once just to see it in its ultimate form!

[rbugs]

Apologies if this already exists.

So, a friend of mine told me he uses a hair straightener to repair boxes. I tried it and it works like a charm. Now, it won’t fully get out creases but it will get rid of warping, bends or other minor imperfections. It won’t warp the window (at least mine didn’t).

Anyone else have any tips or tricks?

Good to know! Sometimes the boxes dont seem to be fukky folded or warp a bit so sounds like this will help

[rbugs]

Best tip: Take them out of the box

<3 this

[rbugs]

Best tip: Take them out of the box

Team OOB!

Seriously though, since I shifted to being oob I just don't care as much about minor box flaws. I would rather have good paint and imperfect box over flawless box and jacked-up paint.

I've always displayed mine in both ways without much rhyme or reason, but I always take everything out of the box at least once just to see it in its ultimate form!

I agree! Paint/quality is #1 important. I spent 20 mins selecting the “perfect” paint job of my last pop (took longer cuz it was a 3 pk so had to check all 3).

[WildberryPOPtarts33]

Team OOB!

Seriously though, since I shifted to being oob I just don't care as much about minor box flaws. I would rather have good paint and imperfect box over flawless box and jacked-up paint.

I've always displayed mine in both ways without much rhyme or reason, but I always take everything out of the box at least once just to see it in its ultimate form!

I agree! Paint/quality is #1 important. I spent 20 mins selecting the “perfect” paint job of my last pop (took longer cuz it was a 3 pk so had to check all 3).

That's dedication! I approve!

[gyrofx]

that's true, when you have a great box but crappy pop qc, i just can't stand it. I'll go better pop quality over box quality any day