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Do I need to use a primer?
Posted in: Painting
27th March 2019
For best results it is advisable to use a primer as this will stick to the plastic and give a uniform coat of paint...
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What is the purpose of a flow retarder when airbrushing?
Posted in: Painting
7th April 2023
The purpose of a flow retarder when airbrushing is to slow down the drying time of the paint in the airbrush,...
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How many locomotives can I control at one time on an analogue layout?
Posted in: Power and control
9th May 2023
The number of locomotives that can be controlled at one time on an analogue layout depends on several factors such as...
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What type of paint is needed to weather models?
Posted in: Painting
11th January 2022
When it comes to weathering models successfully, a mixture of techniques, research, products and equipment are all...
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What is the GWR Firefly Class?
Posted in: Rolling stock
17th February 2025
The Firefly Class was a series of broad-gauge steam locomotives built for the Great Western Railway (GWR) between...
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Kit building
Everything you need to know to build great kits
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Decals / Transfers
How to use decals / transfers
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Model Railway
Model railway in all scales from N to G scale including OO, HO and O gauge.
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Design and Planning
Every project needs a good preparation.
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Assembling and gluing
Best tools and techniques to build models.
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Rolling stock
Locomotives, coaches and wagons.
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Troubleshooting
The most common problem and how to solve them.
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Painting
Enamel or acrylic, but also varnish or weathering : the best choice for each case.
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Scenery
Countryside or urban decor, how to bring realism to your layout.
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Tracks
How to choose, lay and maintain tracks.
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Power and control
Tools, tips, and techniques to wiring and command your layout.
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Fix, restore and customize
Offer a second youth to your models.
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Best practices
Work carefully in the best conditions.
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