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What is static grass?
Posted in: Scenery
6th June 2019
Static grass is a scatter made of nylon fibres, that can be made to stand on end giving the appearance of real grass....
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What trees should wargamers choose?
Posted in: Scenery
17th December 2021
Choosing trees can be difficult for wargamers as many are sold with either a cautious suggestion of a model railway...
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How do I model railway container yards?
Posted in: Model Railway
28th January 2025
Modelling a railway container yard can really add character and realism to your layout. It's a great way to...
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What is a CDU?
Posted in: Model Railway, Power and control
14th September 2020
A CDU is a Capacitor Discharge Unit. It is an electrical component that can be included into a circuit and stores up...
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What is a blanking plate?
Posted in: Model Railway, Power and control
30th December 2020
A blanking plate is a little circuit board that can be plugged into a DCC model railway locomotive. Its function is...
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What is a briar patch?

A briar patch is a thicket formed from thorny plants and can often be found growing in abandoned or derelict sites as well as by the side of railway lines in more rural areas.

Because it's such a common feature, briar patches are often modelled in railway dioramas. Traditionally, they were fashioned using boiled scouring pads or similar materials, however, manufactured briar patches are becoming increasing popular as their realism excels.

If you are looking for that abandoned or overgrown look for your disused siding, Woodland Scenics' take on a briar patch is well worth a look and is produced two variants, those being medium green and dry brown.

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