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Q&A
All your most common questions about model railways are answered here by Andy and expert contributors to MRE.
How to re-fix stickers on old rolling stock
On older rolling stock, the transfers can sometime work free. Here's a quick tip to fixing them back. [...]
How to make model sacks and sandbags
This cheap, quick and simple technique for making sandbags and sacks works for any scale and war game and requires little to now model making skills. [...]
How to attach wires to model train track
Moving up from track clips to attaching power wires to track? Here are 3 techniques, how to do each and the pluses and minuses of each. [...]
What’s the best paint for expanded Polystyrene / Styrofoam
So you've created your landscape with expanded Polystyrene. Now to paint it. Don't ruin your would be lush landscape by using the wrong paint. Here's the best [...]
How to make model roses
For a small Valentine's Day diorama on one of my layouts, I wanted an OO scale figure holding some red roses. Here's how I made them.
Compared to model [...]
Model Snowmen: how to make an oo gauge Snowman
Want a snowman for your Christmas train set or Winter diorama? Don't have a meltdown making them. Chill out and and follow this simple guide to making your own [...]
Adding inertia to DCC locomotives
One of the smarter features of DCC locomotives is the ability to simulate inertia. [...]
The best glue for metal miniatures
Here's a quick post on how to stick metal miniatures together. [...]
How to safely clean model trains + what NOT to use
How to keep your model trains or plastic models clean without damaging the plastic, paint or decals. [...]
N Gauge model trains – what you need to know
N gauge is hugely popular but what is it? Here's what you need to know before leaping in to the world of N scale model railways. [...]
The best model scale to match 28mm war game figures
If you're looking for buildings, vehicles, accessories and scenery to go with 28mm war gaming and table top figures you'll need to the know scale. [...]
How to test a model train without tools
How to test locomotives when out and about and you don't have your usual tools handy. [...]
How wide are UK roads in OO and N gauge
If your layout features roads you'll want accurate widths for them, why go to all the trouble of making wonderful looking track and scenery only to ruin it [...]
What size is Z scale?
Z scale model train layouts are increasingly popular due to the small size and hence appeal for those with limited space but what are their dimensions? How [...]
How high should a model railway be?
While working on the construction of one of my layouts, I happened to think about the correct height for maximum convenience. [...]
What are modular model railway baseboards
Looking for the easiest, quickest, way to start building model railways and operating your trains? Pre-made modular model railway baseboards are the ideal [...]
Is N Scale cheaper than HO?
N and HO scales are the two most common worldwide standards for model trains an common question for those thinking about this wonderful hobby then is which is [...]
How much does a model railway cost?
If you're thinking of getting into the world of model railways, you're probably wondering how much it's going to cost. The good news is that there's a wide [...]
How many feet and inches is an N scale mile?
How many feet and inches are you going to need to model one mile of track or landscape in N gauge? The answer will surprise you. [...]
Will OO trains run on HO track?
OO and HO gauge model trains are the most popular but can you run OO trains on HO track? [...]