Quick answer
Store acrylic StandUpz and miniatures in a cool, dark, dust-free container with the pieces separated so they never rub together. Clean acrylic with a soft dry cloth or lukewarm water and mild soap, never alcohol or paper towels. Resin miniatures follow the same rules but tolerate slightly more handling.
Why acrylic and resin need different handling
Acrylic StandUpz are clear or printed plastic shapes that scratch easily and can cloud if cleaned with the wrong product. Resin miniatures are more forgiving but brittle, so a drop from a shelf can snap a thin weapon or cloak. Both materials hate heat and direct sun, which can warp flat acrylic pieces and soften resin over time. The storage system below works for both, but the cleaning steps are where the materials diverge.
Set up a dust-free storage spot
Pick a shelf or drawer away from windows, radiators, and vents. Acrylic and resin both expand and contract with temperature swings, and dust that settles on painted surfaces becomes abrasive when you wipe it. If you display pieces in the open, plan to dust them weekly with a soft brush rather than waiting for a deep clean.
Choose the right container and dividers
A really useful box with a gasket lid or a foam-lined case keeps dust and moisture out. For acrylic StandUpz, stand them upright in slotted foam or wrap each one in acid-free tissue so faces never touch. For miniatures, pluck foam or magnetic sheet trays stop pieces from sliding into each other. Avoid ziplock bags for long-term storage because trapped moisture can fog acrylic and soften resin.
Clean acrylic without clouding it
Dust first with a clean, dry microfiber cloth. For fingerprints or sticky residue, use lukewarm water with a drop of mild dish soap, rinse, and blot dry with a soft cloth. Never use alcohol, ammonia, or paper towels on acrylic, and never scrub in circles over printed artwork. If a StandUpz has a protective film on a new piece, peel it before cleaning so residue does not get trapped at the edge.
Clean resin miniatures without breaking details
Use a soft makeup brush or compressed air to lift dust from recesses. For grime, dip a soft brush in lukewarm soapy water and work gently around thin parts, then rinse and air dry on a towel. Do not soak resin for hours, and do not use a hairdryer on high heat. If a piece has a painted base, keep water away from the base edge where it can wick under the paint.
Handle and transport pieces safely
Pick up miniatures by the base, not the weapon or cape. Acrylic StandUpz should be held by the edges, not the printed face. When moving a warband or crew, use a case with individual slots rather than a single bag. If you are building a Cyberpunk RED: Combat Zone team, keep character cards in a separate sleeve so they do not press against sharp resin edges.
Cyberpunk RED: Combat Zone
Five-step care routine
- 1. Clear a cool, dark shelf: Move pieces away from windows, heaters, and vents. Acrylic and resin both warp with heat and fade with direct sun. Checkpoint: if the shelf feels warm to the touch, it is too warm for long-term display.
- 2. Separate every piece: Use slotted foam, magnetic trays, or acid-free tissue so no two pieces touch. Acrylic faces scratch against each other, and resin weapons snap when they catch. Common mistake: tossing loose miniatures into one bag. Even a short car ride can cause paint chips.
- 3. Dust weekly with a soft brush: Use a clean makeup brush or camera blower for miniatures and a dry microfiber cloth for acrylic StandUpz. Dust is abrasive, so remove it before it bonds. Checkpoint: if you see a grey film on clear acrylic, you waited too long between dustings.
- 4. Deep clean with mild soap only: For acrylic, use lukewarm water with a drop of dish soap, rinse, and blot dry. For resin, brush gently with the same solution and air dry. Never use alcohol, ammonia, or paper towels on acrylic. Common mistake: using glass cleaner on acrylic. It can cloud the surface permanently.
- 5. Store cards and small parts separately: Keep character cards in a sleeve or small box away from resin edges. Store loose weapons, bases, or tokens in a labelled bag inside the main case. Next step: label the case with the crew or faction name so you can grab the right tray without digging.
Products that fit this care routine
- Edgerunners - Solo Stalker: Edgerunners - Solo Stalker is a remastered resin-printed single miniature with a character card. The small resin details and included card make it a good candidate for a slotted foam tray so the card stays flat and the miniature does not rub against other pieces.
- Combat Zone: Corporate Muscle (Arasaka Gangers): Combat Zone: Corporate Muscle (Arasaka Gangers) includes Adam Smasher, Tanaka, and Jimmy Kurosaki miniatures plus six character cards. With three larger resin figures and multiple cards, store the miniatures in individual foam slots and keep cards in a separate sleeve to prevent bending and surface wear.
- Cyberpunk Edgerunners: Combat Zone 2-Player Starter: Cyberpunk Edgerunners: Combat Zone 2-Player Starter is a complete starter set with multiple miniatures. A full starter set benefits from a dedicated case with enough slots for every figure, so you are not stacking pieces after a game night.
