Category: Consctruction

Workbench (5)

Workbench Complete

I’ve completed the workbench and I’m pretty happy with it. The key features are: Magnetic Tool Strip: I bought these…

Benchwork (149)

SeamFil Formica Repair

I installed a Formica Fascia on my layout and ended up with a few flaws. (see: Formica Fascia Failure) I…

Installing Slides

Drawers Installed

Fascia before Formica.

Benchwork Complete – Video

I’ve mostly completed the major benchwork for The Industrial Lead. I have a couple of tasks to complete: Install drawer…

Formica trimming error.

Formica Fascia Failure

I’ve spent the last few weeks prepping to put Formica atop my fascia. I was hoping for a truly professional…

Benchwork (97)

More about drawers and a couple of buses

I cut the remaining drawer openings into the bench work. I’ll now have three drawers on the east side and…

Benchwork (96

Drawers and Lower Fascia

Lower Fascia I started installing the lower 1/8″ hardboard  fascia. I had it cut into 6 1/2″ strips at Home Depot,…

Ordered Homabed Roadbed

I’ve wasted nearly a month deliberating roadbed. I thought Lowe’s was going to get me some 1/2″ blue foam, but…

Benchwork (81)

Skyboards, workbench and valance fascia

I tacked in 13″ hardboard skyboards around the layout. I’ll be painting these Polar White. I cut painted and installed…

Graffiti - Munk

Supplies Enroute

I’m at a minor standstill while I wait for some supplies…   More T4 Slim Fluorescent Lights I’ve ordered more…