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What type of water should I use with waterslide decals?
Posted in: Decals / Transfers
3rd July 2019
Always use warm water from the tap. It doesn't need to be hot, just baby bath warm. This will just help the process...
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What is the difference between a primer and a surfacer?
Posted in: Painting
23rd January 2023
There are a large number of painting products on the market, each one claiming to be ideal in a particular situation....
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What's the difference between an AC and DC auxiliary port?
Posted in: Power and control
16th February 2022
Depending on the controller you are using, you may have an AC, a DC or both auxiliary ports on the back, but what's...
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What is a general purpose locomotive?
Posted in: Model Railway, Rolling stock
30th August 2021
When new to the world of model railways, it's likely you will read many articles explaining the best way to go about...
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How far apart should telegraph poles be on N and OO/HO gauge layouts?
Posted in: Model Railway
25th July 2023
Telegraph poles are a common feature on model railway layouts, as they can add a touch of realism and authenticity to...
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What is a G clamp?

A G clamp is traditionally used in wood working for holding pieces of wood in place whilst being glued etc and come in many sizes.

In the world of modelling you can get a sized down version, which you can use for clamping more or less anything you like.

As the name suggests it resembles the letter G and has a gun like handle that when you squeeze, the ratchet mechanism pulls the clamp together to hold your work in place.

The action is not unsimilar to that of a mastic gun, that you would use for putting a bead of sealant around your bath.

Posted in: Kit building, Assembling and gluing

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