Contributed by Bill Murphy
Even if you aren't an architect you can enjoy making model railroad buildings. Sometimes it's just too hard to find that perfect building or bridge or train station that we can picture so we may just have to build it on our own.
So is it complicated? Do you have to be educated or handy with tools or can you just use what you find around the house?
In reality building a quality replica can involve some detailed miter cuts and depending on the scale you are working in may require some advanced woodworking skills and tools. However there is always the 'kitbashing' method, where you take existing models and use parts of them to start your building, then modify it as needed.
All you will need for this is your imagination and a few basic tools such as an X-acto knife and scissors.
Some other items that are useful could include balsa wood and glue, foam, mat board and cardboard and maybe even lightweight plastic.
Plaster and corkboard along with foils and spray glues can come in handy. Glitter and beads may add that little extra as well. Hobby stores should carry anything that you are looking for.
Where to find Further Ideas
Many tips and articles have been written for magazines and a good place to look for these is either in a book store for a new book or second hand store for a used book or maybe even your library.
Looking for ideas for (http://www.themodelrailroader.com/track-layout/beneath-it-all-building- model-train-tables/) building a train table? You'll find lots of helpful information at The Model Railroader website. Visit http://www.themodelrailroader.com to get your free copy of my report "model train Design Secrets"
Even if you aren't an architect you can enjoy making model railroad buildings. Sometimes it's just too hard to find that perfect building or bridge or train station that we can picture so we may just have to build it on our own.
So is it complicated? Do you have to be educated or handy with tools or can you just use what you find around the house?
In reality building a quality replica can involve some detailed miter cuts and depending on the scale you are working in may require some advanced woodworking skills and tools. However there is always the 'kitbashing' method, where you take existing models and use parts of them to start your building, then modify it as needed.
All you will need for this is your imagination and a few basic tools such as an X-acto knife and scissors.
Some other items that are useful could include balsa wood and glue, foam, mat board and cardboard and maybe even lightweight plastic.
Plaster and corkboard along with foils and spray glues can come in handy. Glitter and beads may add that little extra as well. Hobby stores should carry anything that you are looking for.
Where to find Further Ideas
Many tips and articles have been written for magazines and a good place to look for these is either in a book store for a new book or second hand store for a used book or maybe even your library.
Looking for ideas for (http://www.themodelrailroader.com/track-layout/beneath-it-all-building- model-train-tables/) building a train table? You'll find lots of helpful information at The Model Railroader website. Visit http://www.themodelrailroader.com to get your free copy of my report "model train Design Secrets"
Everything you ever wanted to know about model railroading: Model Train Help.
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