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Cork Roadbed
Melvin asks readers:
“What else can I use for roadbed, other than cork?”
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A lot of modelers use a product called Homasote. It is a composite material. I don’t like it because of the dust it creates when being cut. Here is a link to an interesting blog from a Homasote user: http://www.buildingmodeltrains.com/benchwork-construction-part-5-plywood-and-homasote-roadbed/
Melvin,
Depending on your scale, some manufacturers offer foam roadbed which, I think, is less messy than cork.
For larger scales (like S or O gauge), some people make their own roadbed by using something called Homesote. It is a relatively inexpensive product that is made out of paper (recycled newsprint, I believe). It can be cut with a sharp knive or a saber saw and comes in 4 x 8 foot sheets. You’ll find it at any building supply store.
Hope this helps,
Geof