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“Life-Like” Tall Background Buildings That Take Up Very Little Space – See How To Make Them
Most model railroads include at least one rail yard for very good reasons: they look interesting; they provide plenty of operational options; they avoid bottlenecks that can bring a layout to a stand still; they provide extra storage for rolling stock… I’m sure you can add to this list.
However, having enough space for efficient rail yard operations can be a dilemma without careful planning and effective use of space. That’s where backdrop buildings can be a huge space-saver. Instead of taking up space with “full-sized” 3D buildings, slimmer 3-sided “low-refief” buildings (made from cheap corflute) can be used. These backdrop buildings only need be an inch or two in depth to provide the life-like illusion they stretch full depth. The big advantage is that buildings of this type can allow space for extra yard track. The buildings in this video are a good example.
Find out more on how to make background buildings here
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