Thin ply for model buildings?
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Thin ply for model buildings?
Has anybody used thin ply or balsa for a building and faced it with card or paper. I am hoping to construct a 600mm long warehouse building which might be stronger and more rigid if built in ply.
Any suggestion, ideas or thoughts please? Thanks.
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Any suggestion, ideas or thoughts please? Thanks.
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Re: Thin ply for model buildings?
sounds like a solid idea! let us know how you get on. ![Smile :)](./images/smilies/icon_e_smile.gif)
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Re: Thin ply for model buildings?
Brian 1951, what sort of board have you used for the building in the photographs please?
Re: Thin ply for model buildings?
Just scrap ply and some Balsa on the roof, plenty around in skips or old furniture draws.
Re: Thin ply for model buildings?
A lightweight alternative is to use 2mm or 3mm thick Foamboard for the basic structure. Easy to cut and bond together
Examples 2mm Foam Board
3mm Foam Board
Please note these are just examples and there are many other suppliers
Examples 2mm Foam Board
3mm Foam Board
Please note these are just examples and there are many other suppliers
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