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What is an electrical relay?
Posted in: Power and control
14th December 2020
Electrical relays perform so many different tasks that it would be very difficult to definitively say that a relay...
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How can I model a OO gauge conductor rail for EMUs etc?
Posted in: Tracks
24th July 2022
If you're modelling the Southern region, the Underground, or any other railway that uses a conductor rail in OO...
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What colour are railway rails?
Posted in: Model Railway, Painting
8th June 2020
In the early days, railway tracks were made from iron, but cast iron was considered to be too brittle and wrought...
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Where would I generally place a level-crossing on my layout?
Posted in: Scenery
27th November 2023
When planning the placement of a level crossing on a model railway layout, there are a few factors to consider. The...
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How often should I run my locomotives to avoid performance issues?
Posted in: Rolling stock
3rd April 2023
To avoid performance issues, it is generally recommended that modellers run their locomotives on a regular basis. The...
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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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