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How can I add realistic tyre tracks to muddy terrain?
Posted in: Scenery
20th February 2025
Adding realistic tyre tracks to muddy terrain in your scale model can enhance the scene’s authenticity and tell a...
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How do I model a foggy scene on my railway?
Posted in: Scenery
20th February 2025
When modelling fog in a railway scene, you’ll want to create a convincing sense of mist rolling over the tracks,...
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The Dos and Don'ts of Lubricating Your Model Trains
Posted in: Fix, restore and customize
19th February 2025
Keeping your model trains running smoothly requires regular maintenance, and lubrication is a key part of that....
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What are waterslide transfers?
Posted in: Decals / Transfers
18th February 2025
Waterslide transfers are a key component of scale modelling, allowing you to add intricate markings, insignias and...
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What is the GWR Firefly Class?
Posted in: Rolling stock
17th February 2025
The Firefly Class was a series of broad-gauge steam locomotives built for the Great Western Railway (GWR) between...
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Is ballast grey or brown?

Ballast can be either colour.

If you are creating a layout of a prototype line then you should try and stick as close to the real thing as possible, the stone would have come from a local quarry so the colour of ballast would change from region to region.

So, for the best results do some research on the line you are creating, look at photographs, even pay a visit to the railway in question.

If, however you are building a layout that is not a current or historical line, you can use either colour to suit your preference.

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