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Track gauges of this type don't look like much when you take them out of the box and it's often hard to see how to...
7/0.2 wire is what railway modellers most commonly use for wiring auxiliary features to their layouts and to carry...
For those not in the know, rail joiners are the little metal clips (sometimes referred to as fishplates) that connect...
A model clamp is a lightweight clamp (or series of smaller clamps) designed to hold the parts of a model together or...
AReady to Run (RTR) wagon refers to a model railway wagon that comes fully assembled and decorated straight from the...
Enamel or acrylic, but also varnish or weathering : the best choice for each case.
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Weathering locomotives and wagons is a great way to add realism and character to a model railway layout. For a beginner, there are a few easy ways to get started with weathering that don't require a lot of experience or special tools. Dry...
Yes, it is possible to apply a simple wash to a matt surface on a model railway. A wash is a thin layer of paint or ink that is applied to a surface to create shadows and highlights in the crevices and details of the model. To apply a wash to a...
Yes, it is recommended that you wear a protective mask when using aerosol-based paints or varnishes indoors. Aerosol-based paints and varnishes can release harmful fumes and particles into the air when they are sprayed. These fumes and particles...
Flow improver and flow retarder are both additives that can be added to acrylic paint when airbrushing to help improve the paint finish. However, they both work in different ways, so it is good to understand the difference between the two. Flow...
Lacquer paints offer several advantages over enamels or acrylics: Quick drying: Lacquer paints generally dry and cure much faster compared to enamels or acrylics. This allows for quicker application of multiple coats and reduces the overall...
It is generally recommended to protect painted surfaces with a varnish before applying masking tape. This extra step helps to prevent the tape from lifting or damaging the paint when it is removed.Applying a varnish layer over the painted surface...
Several factors can influence the choice of primer colour for a model:Desired topcoat colour: the colour of the intended topcoat can influence the primer choice. When applying a light or vibrant topcoat colour, using a light-coloured primer...
Post-Shading refers to a technique used to add depth, definition and weathering effects to a model's paint job. It is a method commonly employed in aircraft, armour and vehicle modelling, as well as other subjects such as ships or figures....
Wet sanding is a technique used in scale modelling and other forms of modelling where a sanding medium is used in conjunction with water or a lubricant to sand a surface. The water or lubricant helps to reduce friction and prevent the sandpaper...
Pre-shading is a technique used in scale modelling to create the illusion of depth and shadow on a model before applying the final paint layers. It involves painting the model with a darker shade of the final colour in the areas that would...
Creating realistic-looking tracks for tanks and other armoured vehicles is an important aspect of scale modelling. To achieve a lifelike appearance, it is advisable to use a combination of colours that mimic the wear and tear and weathering that...
When it comes to painting model railways, aerosol-based paints and sprays have several advantages over airbrush and brush-applied alternatives. Firstly, aerosol-based paints and sprays are generally easier to apply than airbrushes or brushes....