Model Rail Expert - Rolling Stock Weathering Expert
Model Rail
About this title
Modelling expert George Dent gives expert tips on the all-important techniques of weathering rolling stock for adding realism to your layouts.
- Surface preparation, fixatives and varnishing.
- Working with powders, paints & pigments.
- Create a dusty finish for mineral or aggregate wagons. Replicate greasy deposits, rust patches, dirt streaks, graffiti and repairs.
- Create the sooty look of steam-age carriages.
- Capture the chipped paint effect of rusting steel-bodied wagons and the distinctive appearance of wooden-bodied stock.
- Weathering wheels keeping the treads clean
- Adding authentic textures and patinas
- Pre- and post-shading techniques.
- Programme includes a look at a variety of freight and passenger vehicles across the steam and diesel eras.