Making model railways

Guides, tips, and tutorials on making and building a model railway.

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The best head magnifier for model making

This is, without doubt, this best head magnifier I've come across...
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The definitive beginners guide to setting up Hornby model railway

The step-by-step guide to setting up a Hornby DC train set. Written by Andy, the...
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Background scenic sounds

Want ambient background sounds on your layout, it's cheaper and easier than might you think...
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Backscene Selection

For me, the back scenes of layouts are critical...
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40 Essential Model Railway Words You Need To Know

Just getting started in model railways? Here are 40 essential must-know words for your new...
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Track Laying Mistakes and How To Avoid Them

How To Avoid 5 Easy & Common Track Laying Mistakes

In our eagerness to get trains running, we all often make mistakes when laying track but don’t...
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How to ballast model railway track, the definitive guide

Everything you need to know to safely and easily ballast your model railway with the...
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How To Remove Glued Ballast From Model Train Track In Five Easy Steps

If you want to re-use track that has ballast glued to it you’ll probably be...
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The Origins of Ballast – Monday Model Railway Factoid, #5

Even wondered what the origins of ballast are and why it’s even called ballast? Read...
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How To Pick The Right Ballast For The Most Realistic Model Railway

The ballast on railways wasn’t always grey and if you want your model railway to...
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How to lay and fix track with pins

Laying and fixing track doesn’t seem difficult. But then you try it. It’s surprising how...
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