Each piece is coated with high-quality polyurethane which protects them from surface rust. However they are not designed to live outdoors in harsh weather for long periods of time, unless the client has specified otherwise. An example of an outdoor piece would be Dyanna – she’s been prepped and equipped with several thinly applied coats of Permalac lacquer. If you are interested in an robot sculpture that can handle the rigors of New England weather, contact Skunk. Otherwise don’t let your robot friends hang out in the rain or snow.
If they do get wet, simply wipe them dry with a cloth or paper towel. Do not let the water remain on the surface for long periods of time.
Cleaning Your Robot
My work can be cleaned with any damp cloth with standard household general purpose cleaner. A microfiber dust wand works well. Wire brushes and harsh chemicals such as acetone should not be used as it will scratch the polyurethane.
Repair
Other than weld wire, clear coat, and a small piece of copper sheet for the boilerplate, all work is constructed from a mix of 100% repurposed steel. Skunk uses a TIG welder to join these mix of steel alloys together in the strongest way available. While these robots are strong, they are not indestructible. Occasionally a repair is needed. In the event of a rapid unscheduled disassebly please contact Skunk to arrange a repair.
Enhancements and Upgrades
If you are lucky enough to be in possession of an early piece of mine, you may be interested in a refinish, or even having some bronze ‘charm rivets’ or some details added. The earliest robots did not come equipped with a boilerplate, but have their name faintly engraved on their right foot. All these upgrades are available, the first step is to contact Skunk.
Proteus Class Care and Maintenance
Anything that has moving parts needs a little TLC now and then. In this video Skunk goes over the workings and maintenance of his pose-able, Proteus Class pieces, which entails hinge joints as well as ball-and-socket joints, which are completely designed and constructed by the artist.