Modeling Adhesives Used For Model Railroad Scenery

July 26, 2006

When selecting adhesives to use in the creation of scenery for your model railroad there are many to choose from in hardware stores and hobby shops / craft shops. Most adhesives will do the job that is claimed, but they are not all suitable for the same job.

When building scenery try using an acrylic matte medium or white glue as both of these modeling adhesives are water soluble. However, a contact cement may be more suitable in some applications.

Quick Tip

If you are going to use white glue, you may want to dilute it with water using 2 parts glue to 1 part water, or a 1 to 1 ratio, depending on its application. Try adding a few drops of liquid dishwashing detergent as this will help break up the surface tension of the water. Another thought is to add a small dab of latex paint to tint the glue and help hide any bare spots.