Description: A Site Dedicated to Building and Running N-Scale Model Train Layouts. This website is dedicated helping modelers of all kinds in their pursuit of the "perfect" layout and model train experience, by sharing tips and instructions used by some of the best modelers.
Here you will find links to my video diary and tutorials shared on YouTube, along with information on tools, supplies, and most importantly the resources I am using to learn and receive inspiration for my work - the hundreds of talented modelers and rail enthusiasts that have taken to YouTube to share their knowledge and personal journeys to the "perfect" model railroading experience.
I am using a technique I learned by watching videos by Luke Towan and Marklin of Sweden by using cork or extruded foam to form the road. This road bed is then covered over using plaster of Paris or other plaster or gypsum product using a small trowel or simply using your fingers. After fully drying, the plaster is sanded smooth and painted an earth/dirt color, readying it for the application of dirt texture.
The dirt texture is made up of real dirt from the back yard dried in the oven and sifted for size and sanded tile grout purchased from a home improvement store. This is applied by first brushing on a mixture of white glue and dirt-color paint, and then “sprinkling” or shaking on the dirt/grout mix through a screen (I used an old nylon stocking), ensuring a thorough coating is applied. Don’t worry about using too much or it landing on something other than the road, the dirt will only adhere to what was pain