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I like Metcalf, but I’m scared I’ll ruin them if I colour the edges in

PeterStiles

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I really like Metcalf buildings. They sometimes feel a little over scale for N, but if you’re consistent they don’t look wrong; just don’t mix them with some of the Liddle-End models that look decidedly under-scale 😊(Rye station and Hornby factory spring to mind).

 

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But.. I can’t bring myself to colour the edges in. I know I’m not alone in this as I’ve seen many a photo showing a layout with white-edges to the otherwise normally looking buildings, but I feel I should Grow Some and get some paint out; but I’m scared. Previously I attempted to follow my Brother’s advice of just using a black-felt-tip pen which is fine until you slip and then the brickwork has a nice black streak across it; and in that case you;’ve just swapped a white line for a black-line, rather turning the building into a cartoon interpretation.

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brossard

No need to use paint.  Get a pack of coloured felt markers, these work well.  The edges are easier to colour before assembly though.

 

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Hibelroad

Like all modelling activities just get stuck in and give it a go. We all learn from our mistakes and practice really does make perfect. You will also get a sense of achievement when it turns out better than expected. 

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Flying Pig
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Try watercolour pencils.  You should be able to get a set with tones that match a range of brick and stone colours on the printed parts and the effect will be gentle enough to hide the cut edge of the sheet without standing out.  You can colour the edges of parts before assembly by rubbing the side of the point along them.

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PeterStiles
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aw, thanks for the support. I will try something... it's on the list.. Now where *is* that list?

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BR60103
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I use pens from Faber Castell and Prismacolour. They have a good range but I sometimes feel I should buy a new colour for each building.

 

I colour the edges of window and door openings from the inside in case of slips. For corners I fold them right back and run the pen down sideways, but sometimes have to run it in the groove.

 

I sometimes am able to do bricked corners and leave a gap at the mortar courses.

(I am working in OO.)

 

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Ravenser

Pastel pencils are probably the best. Felt tips  a second best I wouldn't use black - red/orange on brickwork, grey on stone

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