Track laying - what adhesive?
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What is the recommended adhesive to lay track onto cork underlay for n gauge? PVC adhesive, Caulk, normal wood glue?
I'm also going to be laying ballast so perhaps simply pinning the track will suffice if the ballast adhesive will provide the key solidity needed?
Lastly, any recommendations for protecting point movement if adhesive is used for track laying?
Thank you for any further advice … or point me to any existing thread if this is already covered which I'm sure it is.
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I will also try to use dilute Tacky Glue when the time comes to do the ballast. I'm hoping that this method will reduce noise and make the trains ride better.
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Good quality PVA (white craft glue, the better quality ones have a neutral pH). It has a decent tack time, if you get it wrong when dry then cover with wet kitchen towel and cling film for a few hours. I use it diluted with water, normally about 9 parts PVA to 1 part water. Makes it easier to brush. The ballast when glued will do most of the work. Place track in position, go along the edge of the sleepers with masking take, remove track, glue between the masking tape, drop track and adjust to taste.
Tacky glue (Aleene's over here) has a shorter tack time, at least in my hands. It's quite acidic (pH 4.5ish) so expect some funny colored ballast.
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I've also used double sided tape.
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Use the water soluble if you want to use the track again. Both types can be diluted, and hold the track and ballast.
Matter of choice really - Copydex, PVA, decorators caulk,double-sided tape, - on one of our layouts we used No-nails…
Ballast we have always used cheap PVA/water/meths dripped onto the ballast, and then sprayed with meths to spread it evenly.
Just one method - everyone has their own, no doubt. Just experiment (on a spare bit of board/track is best ;-))
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I use PVA from Poundland. Works a treat and is cheap.
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and only costs a pound…I use PVA from Poundland. Works a treat and is cheap.Terry
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Good luck getting stuck in Paul.
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I know it's expensive but it really does help cut down on that awful "drumming" noise you get with glues that set hard.
It pongs a bit too but that soon passes.
I also have some Woodland Scenics glue which is my back-up if I run out of Copydex.
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Staying on the thread Kevin.
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