Basic Model Railroad Benchwork: The Complete Photo Guide

by Wilson, Jeff

• ISBN13: 9780890246153
• ISBN10: 0890246157
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2002-10-01
• Publisher: Kalmbach Pub Co

Summary

Step-by-step instructions and an illustrated teaching method take the mystery out of constructing model railroad benchwork. Covers the materials and tools necessary and the rudimentary skills required to make sturdy benchwork for any size or scale layout.

Table of Contents

Introduction	5	(3)
Tools and materials	8	(12)
What you need to know before you get started
Simple grid table	20	(8)
A solid base for a small layout
L-girder benchwork	28	(6)
A versatile base for larger layouts
Cookie-cutter tabletop	34	(7)
An easy way to add depth to a layout
Plywood alternative	41	(5)
Use plywood strips in place of dimensional lumber
Open-grid benchwork	46	(8)
Expanding benchwork around a room
Free-form subroadbed	54	(10)
The secret of roadbed, risers, and cleats
Wall-mounted benchwork	64	(9)
Create more storage space...
Double-deck benchwork	73	(7)
Double up your layout space
Backdrops and fascia	80	(7)
Visually extend your layout
Duckunders, liftouts, and swinging gates	87	(5)
Options for gaining access to your layout
Benchwork as furniture	92	(4)
Making your layout room an attractive setting
Index	96