How To Build Scenes For Your HO Scale Model Train Layout - Discover how to build railroad scenes for your HO scale model train layout. This is a relatively simple process when you use the correct materials and techniques. Find out how below.
How To Build Scenes For Your HO Scale Model Train Layout
By Modeltrainpro.com
May 6, 2010 - 3:15:33 PM
Mountains and landscape terrains for your HO
scale model train layout are easily made by using styrofoam blocks
from packing used by manufacturers. Small blocks of wood may also be
used to make HO scale model train mountains and hills. After attaching
the styrofoam and wood pieces, you will then need to form screen wire
over the styrofoam and wood.
You are now read to mix the celluclay II (instant
papier mache). The mixture should be pliable, you will now press the
mixture (a thin layer) into the screen wire.
Painting your HO scale model train mountain will be
the next step. If using a water based paint i. e. acrylic, it is not
necessary to wait for the celluclay II (instant papier mache) to dry.
If using an oil base paint, you will need to wait for the surface to be
dry. Drying time usually takes 24 to 48 hours, however, you may speed
up the drying time by using a hair dryer.
Plaster may also be applied to your HO scale model
train mountain by using the same method. I prefer the celluclay II
(instant papier mache) because of it being much lighter in weight.
Other added features to the celluclay II (instant
papier mache) or plaster may be decorative moss purchased at most craft
stores. Have fun and be creative to make your HO scale model train
layout better.
Your Ho scale model train layout is only limited by
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