Microscale Micro Sol Decal Setting Solution 1oz

Microscale Micro Sol is a decal softening solution designed to help waterslide decals conform to rivets, seams, panel lines, grooves, louvers, and other surface details. Trusted by model railroaders and scale model builders for decades, Micro Sol helps create the realistic “painted-on” appearance that hobbyists strive for when applying decals.

By softening the decal film after placement, Micro Sol allows decals to settle into recessed and raised details that would otherwise remain visible beneath the decal. The result is a cleaner, more realistic finish with reduced silvering and improved conformity to the model surface.

Help Decals Conform to Surface Details

Many models contain molded details that can make decal application difficult. Micro Sol works by softening the decal carrier film, allowing the decal to settle over and around surface features while maintaining fine printed detail.

Micro Sol is ideal for:

• Model railroad decals
• Locomotive lettering and road numbers
• Freight car data decals
• Passenger car graphics
• Military vehicle markings
• Aircraft decals
• Automotive decals
• Custom waterslide decals
• Scale model projects

Create a Painted-On Decal Appearance

One of the most common goals when applying waterslide decals is eliminating the appearance of a visible decal edge. Micro Sol helps decals settle into surface details and reduces the appearance of the carrier film, creating a more realistic painted-on finish.

This makes Micro Sol a popular choice for hobbyists working on highly detailed locomotives, freight cars, passenger equipment, military models, aircraft kits, ships, structures, and custom projects.

Part of the Microscale Decal Application System

Micro Sol is commonly used after decal placement and is often paired with Microscale Micro Set to achieve professional decal application results. Browse our complete collection of decal setting solutions for additional decal application products.

• Microscale Micro Set Improves decal adhesion and helps position waterslide decals.
• Walthers Solvaset Strong decal setting solution for difficult surfaces and heavily detailed models.
• Microscale Liquid Decal Film Restores and strengthens older, fragile, and vintage decal sheets.
• Blue Backing Waterslide Decal Paper Premium decal paper for custom waterslide decal printing.

How to Use Micro Sol

Apply the decal using your normal decal application process. Once the decal is positioned, carefully apply Micro Sol over the decal surface. The decal may wrinkle temporarily as the solution softens the film. This is normal and should not be disturbed while the decal settles and dries.

After drying, the decal will typically conform more closely to the model surface, helping create a professional appearance with improved detail visibility.

Need help preparing custom decals? Visit our waterslide decal setup guide for artwork requirements, printing recommendations, and decal application tips.

Why Choose Microscale Micro Sol?

• Softens waterslide decal film
• Helps decals conform to rivets and panel lines
• Improves appearance on detailed surfaces
• Reduces visible decal film
• Creates a painted-on decal look
• Works with model railroad and scale model decals
• Compatible with custom printed waterslide decals
• Convenient 1oz bottle size

Need Help Using Decal Setting Solutions?

Not sure when to use Micro Set, Micro Sol, Solvaset, or Liquid Decal Film? Read our waterslide decal setting solutions guide for tips on decal application, reducing silvering, improving adhesion, and getting a painted-on decal appearance.