Fascia Board

Model Railroader Layouts and layout building
1

I like the idea of a removable fascia board using screws, as some have mentioned. What methods are used to separate the scenery from the fascia so that it can be removed without destroying the scenery?

2

I have never tried this, so it’s just speculation, but couldn’t you just make sure no scenery was glued or an any way attached to the fascia?

Again, it’s just speculation.

MadSinger

3

Joe Fugate has a great way of doing this, although he may have to start giving me commission if I keep promoting his videos [8D] Take a look at this page:

http://model-trains-video.com/d-video-scenery.php

I have downloaded and watched all of these videos. They are very well done and a bargain at just $1.99 each. I am 99% sure he shows what you are asking about in the video titled TENMILE CREEK SERIES: Part 4: From the ground up - basic terrain. His method allows for easy removal of the fascia even though the fascia and scenery looks permanently bonded togeter. Jamie

4

I use care in putting the scenery up to the facia. But there is some overlap. A sharp blade the first time yop remove and it is cared for. I use the steak knife for this as well.

5

try putting wax paper in between the fascia and layout while you are doing scenery. If you neatly fold it over the top it will also protect the fascia. When all is done, pull the fascia and remove the paper.

6

I agree. Wax paper worked great for me as well.

7

I might be missing something but what is the benefit of a removable fascia?

My layout in work the fascia is a intrigal part for strength reasons. I don’t plan to change this but I am still curious.

Jeremy

8

It depends on how you constructed your layout. For mine, the fascia is really just a cosmetic addition to the front of the layout and it does not hide any of the inner workings; they can easily be accessed from below. In my case, I can’t think of a reason to ever remove it (of course by typing those words, I just guaranteed myself I will have to remove it [8D]). However, on other layouts the fascia is constructed so that it would be difficult to access the inner workings of the layout without removing it. Jamie