Thanks, and likewise to you my good sir.
I also favor Arizona Rock & Mineral products. While AR&M N scale ballast is likely close to HO prototype size I prefer the definition of their HO size. They also sell samples.
Keep in mind that a mfg. sometimes changes materials which can affect color and blend, drops a product, or goes out of business. If you desire consistency in ballast color and size throughout your layout it might be a good idea to acquire all that you will need in one batch.
Rob, Always a pleasure seeing your fantastic work.
Regards, Peter
I think Rob’s work speaks for itself. I also agree with his logic that when people come looking for advise, it makes the most sense to recommend products and methods that will have the best chance for success and be the least frustrating to put into practice. As many have noted, the WS ballast is low density and has a tendency to float. While it’s obvious some modelers have had good success with WS ballast, that doesn’t mean everyone will, especially beginners or modelers with little experience. So how much sense does it make to say “I got good results” therefore you, Mr. beginner should do what I do"? Instead, offer a new modeler suggestions which are a little less difficult to impliment and more fool proof. Just saying …