How to stop model wood ships from drying out and cracking?
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You can use a humidifier in the room where you'll be keeping them. Scott's Liquid Gold furniture polish using q-tips will help to moisturize the wood without the wax build up.
It sounds like you have the best answer to keep them under glass. Although my husband who makes many half hull models, once made a kit model of one of Columbus' ships (forget which one) he made a case out of plexiglass for that.
Your ship is stunning! And to have 9 of them... Before I put anything on these beauties I would contact one of the many model ship sites to ask for advice. They may have a product made specifically for your needs. Your dad was a very talented man - enjoy your inheritance!
Explore using coconut oil! I used some on an antique wooden dry sink and an outside wooden swing and the results were outstanding.