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How do I cut flexible track?
Posted in: Design and Planning, Tracks, Best practices
5th July 2019
Once upon a time I would have said a newly bladed junior hacksaw and some warding files, but these days I would have...
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How do I use a multimeter?
Posted in: Model Railway, Power and control, Fix, restore and customize
5th September 2021
With so many functions on a modern or advanced multimeter, and so many reasons why you may want to use one, it would...
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How long does it take to build a model railway?
Posted in: Model Railway
27th September 2024
Building a model railway is a rewarding but time-consuming hobby, and how long it takes depends on several factors,...
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What are the advantages of applying a pin wash
Posted in: Painting
2nd August 2022
The term 'Pin Wash' is a shortening of pinpoint wash. Pin washes are generally applied to very specific parts of a...
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What is a Bo-Bo wheel arrangement?
Posted in: Model Railway
20th August 2020
Bo-Bo is a common wheel arrangement for many medium sized diesel and most electric locomotives. It indicates that a...
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What is a micromesh polishing cloth?

Micromesh polishing cloths are traditionally used for polishing delicate or valuable items such as jewellery and glass to remove fine scratches or blemishes without damaging the product.

This also makes them of particular interest to modellers for removing imperfections before painting a final coat, their fine grades of abrasiveness makes them ideal for dealing with tiny surface scratches without causing damage to paintwork.

There are often specific instructions for use so it would be ill-advised to grab a cloth and start scrubbing, but used correctly, polishing cloths can help you achieve a high-quality finish to your model.

Posted in: Painting

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