Can you preserve screen-used sci-fi props made of vinyl and PVC? After Battlestar Galactica’s Katee Sackhoff asked about restoring her original Raptor spacesuit on the @KateeSackhoffOfficial show, Adam dives into the tough reality of materials science, archival containment, and why certain movie wardrobe pieces inevitably degrade. Plus, he shares hard-earned advice on a thorny topic: how to handle paid commissions for friends without risking the relationship. With thanks to Tested members erhino62 and donaldforbes8652 for their questions and support! Do YOU have advice or stories about doing business with friends?
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00:00 - Katee Sackhoff's Battlestar Galactica Spacesuit
01:05 - The Challenge of Vinyl, PVC, and Archival Degradation
03:00 - Museum Conservation Lessons from Neil Armstrong’s Spacesuit
04:36 - Taking Paid Commissions from Friends
05:51 - How Adam Handled Borrowed Money with Friends
07:45 - Giving Bad News in Meetings
09:15 - Valuing Your Craftsmanship
10:43 - Letting Go of What Happens to Your Builds
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