Making model railways
Guides, tips, and tutorials on making and building a model railway.
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The 5 best track laying tips I’ve learned in 10 years writing ModelRailwayEngineer
The best 5 track laying tips I've picked up during 5 years writing ModelRailwayEngineer...
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Quick tip for better backscenes
A quick tip for more credible back scenes and realistic layouts...
Read MoreModel Railway Backscene Masterclass + 6 Tips
If there's one thing that will bring your model railway to life perhaps more than...
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Building a shed fit for your model railway – 5 things you can do
How I’m equipping my shed to make it the perfect home for model trains...
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Baseboard construction – an alternative technique
Most modellers make their layout baseboards from wood. But there’s an alternative, easier, more flexible...
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The ABCs of Fiddle Yards
What are fiddle yards? What's the difference between fiddle yards and staging yards, and the...
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Pest proofing your model railway
One of the biggest threats to your layout are insects, bugs and rodents...
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Remove rail joiners without damaging your rails (or fingers)
How to remove fish plates without damaging your rails, or your nails...
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The best dehumidifiers to keep your model railway safe (and keeping your trains run smoothly)
If your man cave is in a shed or log cabin in your garden or...
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