a 2023 `quicky` layout that went mouldy

It`s been quite a while since i added anything to this site so I`m starting a new layout thread…….

Unfortunately,  all the significant kit built buildings on the first rendition of Buncombe went mouldy January 2023 in my non-insulated shed.   It was strange that only one particular manufacturers products were affected when all others were fine !!

It was mentioned to me that the lasercut material may have been contaminated before the kits were produced and the mould lay in wait……..

They could not be saved despite several attempts, so a new set of buildings have been made since then.

But first I had to attend to the shed…… which has now been insulated…




 

.  So, only the original platform survived which I primed with `Shellac` before construction with thick card…..

And then it has been a case of making new buildings.

The new signal box is from a Monks Gate Models kit…… as is the new Station building and replacement tunnel  

Nice looking buildings.

peterm said

Nice looking buildings.

From “Post #292,672”, 16th October 2025, 9:26 am

I totally agree!

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Thankyou Folks,

This summer I have been able to get a lot of this project moved forward using Intentio laser cut sheets and Laser Lines laser cut paving slabs.

This time I have made all buildings removeable which ,of course, means I have had to make them sort of `plug and socket`

the Station building was a challenge……..

…..but I`m pleased with the result………..
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Looking Good John.

The presence of O stands out even when there's no stock in the pic'.

Yes I agree - the larger scale offers loads of scope for detailing.

Is the track hand built ?

Nice shiney work space !!

Petermac said

Yes I agree - the larger scale offers loads of scope for detailing.

Is the track hand built ?

Nice shiney work space !!

From “Post #292,768”, 5th November 2025, 10:13 am

Thanks folks!

yes, the track is hand built using a mix of Peco bullhead rail, twobolt rail chairs, ply sleepers and Peco point templates which are shorter in length than absolute scale plans.

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