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What is a feathered edge and how can I create one whilst painting with an airbrush?
Posted in: Painting
26th October 2022
A feather edge is a soft blending of the demarcation line between different colours or tones so one gently fades into...
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Should I use a steel-sided or wooden-sided wagon for carrying coal?
Posted in: Rolling stock
17th July 2023
Both steel-sided and wooden-sided wagons were used for carrying coal. The choice between the two depends on the...
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What are dry rub transfers?
Posted in: Kit building, Decals / Transfers
23rd April 2020
Transfers, also called decals, are an excellent way to apply extra detail to your models. Whether it be signposts,...
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What is the difference between code 100 and code 75 track?
Posted in: Model Railway, Tracks
22nd April 2020
There have been many fantastic advances in the world of model railways in the last twenty years. One of these is the...
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Are there alternatives to using scatter when creating surface vegetation?
Posted in: Scenery
9th September 2022
One of the most satisfying ways to bring a layout or diorama to life is to blend it into some form of natural...
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