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  • What is polystyrene?
    What is polystyrene?

    Polystyrene is a versatile plastic material that is widely used for crafting highly detailed miniatures and models. This synthetic polymer, derived from styrene, is favoured by hobbyists and professional modellers alike for its ease of use,...

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  • What is finescale modelling?
    What is finescale modelling?

    Finescale modelling refers to a highly detailed and precision-oriented approach to scale modelling, where the focus is on achieving as much accuracy and realism as possible. This type of modelling goes beyond standard kits by incorporating...

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  • How can a 3D printer help with modelling?
    How can a 3D printer help with modelling?

    A 3D printer can be a game-changer for your projects, offering unprecedented control over design, precision and customisation. Whether you're recreating historical vehicles, buildings or even complex mechanical models, 3D printing opens up a...

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  • Is wood better than plastic for modelling?
    Is wood better than plastic for modelling?

    When it comes to scale modelling, the debate between using wood or plastic is a long-standing one. Both materials have their merits, but the choice largely depends on what you're trying to achieve in your model and your personal preferences as a...

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  • What is balsa wood?
    What is balsa wood?

    Balsa wood is one of the most commonly used materials in modelling, particularly favoured for its lightweight and easy-to-work-with properties. It is a soft, fast-growing wood, native to Central and South America, and is widely recognised for...

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  • What is a U-boat?
    What is a U-boat?

    A U-boat, short for Unterseeboot (German for "undersea boat"), is a term for German submarines, especially those used during the First and Second World Wars. These formidable vessels were primarily employed in warfare and became a defining force...

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  • What is a Panzer tank?
    What is a Panzer tank?

    A "Panzer" tank refers to a series of German armoured fighting vehicles, specifically those developed and deployed by Nazi Germany before and during the Second World War. The word "Panzer" itself is a shortened form of Panzerkampfwagen, which...

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  • What is a poly-cap?
    What is a poly-cap?

    A poly-cap is a type of plastic cap often used in model-making kits, especially for assembling figurines or model vehicles. These caps, typically made from soft, flexible polyethylene, act as small connectors that hold parts of the model together...

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  • What are greeblies?
    What are greeblies?

    In the world of scale modelling, greeblies (or "greebles") refer to small, intricate details you add to your models to make them look more complex, realistic or futuristic. These can include tiny bits of plastic, wires or random odds and ends that...

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