I’m really pleased with how this little structure turned out. I only made slight alterations, which included using both of the included smokejacks but placing them in areas not recommended in the instructions, using the Tichy chimney instead of the CBS hydrocal chimney, and adding plastic channel stock to make the back door operational. Here’s how it looks… (remember to click on the photos to see the hi-res versions)
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that sure look’s nice RH.not sure what time frame the bldg is but with a little weathering it would look even better than it does now.never heard of that mfg.will have to do some searche’s.terry…
Good job! I agree that weathering would be a plus, but it’s so hard to add to such a perfect little building done up so well. I would tone down the channel tracks, maybe make the a little more rusty. Oh and add a couple of guy wires to the tall stack on the back before the next wind blows. Again, well done!
Thank you for the suggestions and the encouraging words!
Really nice job on this structure!
Regarding a bit more detailing and depending upon final location on the pike and how visible the vertical boiler will be…Some steam piping, feed water piping and maybe even an old wooden water tank (small in size) used as a pre-heater would really finish off the busyness of a boiler in the shanty (as my grandfather would have called it).
OUTSTANDING photography, there roundhouse; OUTSTANDING. Your photos are crisp, IN FOCUS, and well composed. It is a real relief to see quality photos posted here on the forum.
Who is this outfit? Cigarbox Studios. I am an N-Scaler so their product line may be immaterial to me but, somehow or another, their advertising seems to have gotten past me.
Excellent suggestions! Thanks!
Thank you very much!
The kit designer is David Darcey and he lives in Utah. He’s basically relying on word-of-mouth advertising. Other kits by him are available at http://www.roundhousehobbyshop.com.
My compliments, Round House! You have done a wonderful job of making the grout look realistic. Good for you, too, for making this a unique application with your modifications.
I would agree with the suggestions to grime up the brick and stonework a bit. With your obvious skills, you should be able to pull it off. India ink, of course, but you could also try a light dusting of black powders, such as tempura or pastel paints.
Nice work.
Excellent work, Roundhouse! The Cigarbox Studios structures look great. One suggestion for your site. It would be nice to have the footprint of the building listed. Lots of times modelers are looking for that “special” structure to fill a particular spot on the layout. I’m not going to spend money for a model that may not be usable…
Thank you! Since the hydrocal is sealed with a primer and painted with acrylics, I’m not sure alcohol & ink would be that effective. I would probably go with Bragdon powders, which have the added benefit of not needing a sealer.
Excellent suggestion - I’ll try to implement that asap! Thanks!
I have found that India Ink and water or alcohol (or a mix of both) will give a good toning / dirtying wash to most anything. And…The Bragdon powders are an excellent choice.
Good luck and have fun!