GWR88 Posted April 21, 2015 Share Posted April 21, 2015 That colour looks fine to my eye Rob and it should all blend well once its toned down. Thanks for the explanation of the water tanks, I thought it was for use in case of a fire outbreak in the building! All the best, Lloyd Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielB Posted April 21, 2015 Share Posted April 21, 2015 Rob - have you tried pastels on the concrete sections? Rub some white and black powders over the paint and blend them in with your finger? Might give it a more varied, less uniform look. That building does look pretty kick ass though bud! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robatron86 Posted April 21, 2015 Author Share Posted April 21, 2015 Thanks for the comments chaps. I will definately try that Dan when I weather it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielB Posted April 21, 2015 Share Posted April 21, 2015 Rob, I'd recommend reading this for a good starting point: http://www.smarttinc.com/blog/concrete-make-your-model-concrete-structure-look-right-tutorial Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robatron86 Posted April 22, 2015 Author Share Posted April 22, 2015 That link is very helpful Dan. I will give that a go, and try and source some pastels. I'm glad people are liking the look of the building. Once weathered it should look perfect. Window frames and glazing added. Steps, handrails and loading dock also added. Nearly ready for weathering. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielB Posted April 22, 2015 Share Posted April 22, 2015 Rob - these are the ones I use: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/231412238196?ru=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fsch%2Fi.html%3F_from%3DR40%26_sacat%3D0%26_nkw%3D231412238196%26_rdc%3D1 http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/280998840778?ru=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fsch%2Fi.html%3F_from%3DR40%26_sacat%3D0%26_nkw%3D280998840778%26_rdc%3D1 No connection other than as a satisfied customer. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GWR88 Posted April 22, 2015 Share Posted April 22, 2015 The building really looks the part now Rob. Does the building have a company name at all you could possibly add to the right hand stairwell top or water tower like the one HERE (scroll down to the fifth photo or so). All the best, Lloyd Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielB Posted April 22, 2015 Share Posted April 22, 2015 These should help for background flats and adding signs to the buildings: http://www.trainboard.com/grapevine/showthread.php?128328-Paper-and-Card-Structures http://www.trainboard.com/grapevine/showthread.php?114404-More-Signs-for-Your-Layout To add the signs to buildings, print them out on standard paper, then sandpaper the back of the sign until the sign shows through the paper, then use them like decals onto the brickwork - being so thin they allow the brickwork textures to show through and makes it look like they are painted on the side of the building. There are tutorials on how to do it online if anyone needs a better description! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielB Posted April 24, 2015 Share Posted April 24, 2015 Just in case you might find this useful Rob: http://clevermodels.squarespace.com/free-downloads-01/x5the-return-of-the-chimney/ Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robatron86 Posted April 27, 2015 Author Share Posted April 27, 2015 Thanks chap I have the Clever Models chimney already saved. Not sure where I will squeeze it in. The signs are really useful. Lots of those will be dotted around the place. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robatron86 Posted May 1, 2015 Author Share Posted May 1, 2015 A small update. Work has started (finally) on the road bridge. A bit rough and ready at the moment, but It'll get there. 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robatron86 Posted May 8, 2015 Author Share Posted May 8, 2015 So a lot of things have been going on. The main building has a name (you'll be glad to hear Lloyd ): I received these 2 for my birthday: Another 2 buildings have appear at the right of the layout: The first one is the Centennial Mills kit, and the other is the other half of the American Supply kit. And finally, I picked up these 2 Atlas Trainman kits: Not a massive flurry of activity, but getting there. Thanks for looking. 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanielB Posted May 9, 2015 Share Posted May 9, 2015 You're well ahead of me! I've got the afternoon to get something sorted on WASt. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GWR88 Posted May 10, 2015 Share Posted May 10, 2015 Thats looking brilliant now Rob! Its great to see it all coming together now and really start to have some character. The warehouse looks even better with some signage now. All the best, Lloyd Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-UnitMad Posted May 11, 2015 Share Posted May 11, 2015 I do like the end piers at the edge of the board, under the road bridge. I'm really not keen on the "diving board" look some of these have where the end of the bridge just hangs in mid-air at the baseboard edge. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robatron86 Posted May 11, 2015 Author Share Posted May 11, 2015 (edited) Thanks guys. I think you are further ahead than me Dan. I agree Jordan. I didn't want the bridge to defy physics or simple engineering principles! Edited May 11, 2015 by Robatron86 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robatron86 Posted May 13, 2015 Author Share Posted May 13, 2015 Bridge is nearly done. I think the overall scene is coming together. 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zomboid Posted May 13, 2015 Share Posted May 13, 2015 A selection of things to put on the bridge http://www.chrispcollectibles.com/mycollection/cmw/ Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robatron86 Posted May 13, 2015 Author Share Posted May 13, 2015 The link didn't work....I suspect it was going to be fairly witty as well. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zomboid Posted May 13, 2015 Share Posted May 13, 2015 It would have been "hilarious". Never mind. The moment's passed now. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northpoint Posted May 15, 2015 Share Posted May 15, 2015 Looking good, Rob. Are you sure you want to go on holiday in stead of bringing the layout to TVNAM? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robatron86 Posted May 15, 2015 Author Share Posted May 15, 2015 I manage to get the link working! I have been looking for a greyhound to sit on the bridge. Model Junction had some a little while ago, but of course I didn't buy them then, and now they are no longer in stock! Thank you Nick. I would love to be at TVNAM this year, but I can't wait for Florida. It is a tough call If you'll have me, I'm definitely available for TVNAM 2016! 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robatron86 Posted May 15, 2015 Author Share Posted May 15, 2015 Whoops! I appear to have bought a Bachmann Alco S4..... 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northpoint Posted May 15, 2015 Share Posted May 15, 2015 I manage to get the link working! I have been looking for a greyhound to sit on the bridge. Model Junction had some a little while ago, but of course I didn't buy them then, and now they are no longer in stock! Thank you Nick. I would love to be at TVNAM this year, but I can't wait for Florida. It is a tough call If you'll have me, I'm definitely available for TVNAM 2016! I'll put you on the list. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
F-UnitMad Posted May 15, 2015 Share Posted May 15, 2015 I'll put you on the list."Don't tell him, Pike!!" sorry, someone had to..... /coat + gone. P.S. link didn't work for me... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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