How to Repair Taxidermy

While taking in the accomplishment of your prize kill and admiring the preserved proof of your sportsman prowess may be one of your greatest joys, having to deal with a broken stuffed prized catch or kill certainly can be one of the worst things. However, there are plenty of new taxidermy supplies and techniques that you can now take advantage of that make it much more convenient for you to learn how to repair taxidermy. And by looking into purchasing your own supplies and materials, you can most definitely save yourself a great deal of time and money by doing it yourself instead of having a professional taxidermist do it for you.

One of the first elements of how to repair taxidermy successfully is adhesives. Often times, one of the more common issues that will arise that will require you to repair the taxidermy work of your catch or kills. It is important to note that most standard types of adhesives will not work for this particular application (some upholstery adhesives may work, but it is still better to go with an adhesive that is specifically graded for use with taxidermy). These taxidermy grade adhesives feature exceptional adhesion strengths, consistent performance, controlled cure times, and will help you save a great deal of time.

Another common element that frequently comes up when considering how to repair taxidermy, is the skin or surface of your catch or kill. Especially when it comes to animals such as ducks that feature a very light and thin skin and has a high propensity for cracking or ripping, you will need to look into special materials that form a patch for you to correct the crack or rip. These come in preset shapes and sizes and are also available as whole sheets from which you can cut the exact size and shape that you need in order to patch up your prize catch or fish. You can also find some materials that are similar to a plaster of Paris, that allow you to make your own patch. This method can also be paired with certain adhesives as well.

Many sportsmen have also come upon the need for taxidermy replacement eyes as well, since these can easily chip or break during moving or temporary storage. You can easily find plenty of false eyes to match the exact type of animal you are repairing.

You can also find plenty of real and false feathers and paint for some simple touch ups.