And as usual it will come in fits and starts. Expect an immediate update on my Sisters of Battle.
I managed to sort some board out. I've finished the pavement on the two straight road pieces.
I wrote up a little step by step if you want to steal/borrow/use the concept for your own stuff.
You will need;
- PO210 00/H0 Self Adhesive Paving - found here: http://www.metcalfemodels.com/00-self-adhesive-paving - I suggest about 4 packs; two per road. They are well worth it to be honest as the can be used for basing too. I used them on my Necromunda gang
- PVA glue - While the tiles are self adhesive, the adhesive quality is poor. Glue them down.
- Tea Stirrers (See previous post about making the curb)
- A LOT OF TIME!
First off take a look at the slabs.
You'll be using the long slab, and the short slab. Put the squares and curves to one side.
Step two.
Using the lines you should already have on you board as a guide, put a row for long tiles out.
This should be about 5 long slabs.
Attach a curb piece (cut as before) as you go.
Step three
Unless you want a uniform running row of tiles, you need to mix it up a bit.
Using 4 long slabs, and two short slabs make another row.
Step Four
REPEAT!
Until you get halfway.
Step Five
Flip the board round and do the same on the other side.
This allows that half of the pavement to dry.
Step Six & Seven
Flip. Repeat.
DONE.
I love the way they look. Sure it takes a fair whack of time, but it is quite addictive and therapeutic.
A couple of tips;
- Make sure to straighten each row as you go,
- Have a cloth or sponge to soak up excess glue is necessary,
- Save detailing (damage, weathering) until after it is dry,
- Have a jewellers saw handy just in case you manage to go over.
Harumph.
All feedback welcome.
Ciao
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