Foamboard Baseboards
When I first got back into the hobby in 2022 I assumed timber was the only way to go - but then I came across an excellent layout thread on RMWeb.
Around this time I was also looking into various DCC systems and the British Finescale code 40 N gauge track system so naturally one thing led to another and I decided to build a small plank layout for DCC programming purposes which could fit on my desk in front of my monitor.
A trip (or two) to Hobbycraft later and the following materials where acquired for the project:
- A1 sheet of 5mm foamboard (almost always on offer!)
- A1 sheet of 1.4mm mountboard (not listed on their website)
- Tacky PVA Glue
Then armed with a boxcutter, ruler and pen I marked out the pieces I'd need to assemble my plank. It's quite difficult to cut the foamboard neatly but it can be easily squared off and tidied up later.
Some suitable weights were left on the assembled structure overnight and the result is a lightweight but strong box - a perfect base for this project.
I'll post again about the track and trackplan I'm intending to use as it's a whole topic in itself, but you should be able to get a flavour from the pictures above.
Ta ta for now
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