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The final touch of a kit can really make a model stand out from the rest. From the different finishes available to tips on applying decals and weathering, this section of plastic model making tips will help take your model kits to the next level.

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We look at what we can use to add ground cover to our layouts.
We look at how to add this interesting scenic project to your layout.
In this article we look at how to add roads to your layout.
We show you how to add flashing lights to a police car.
We look into how to modify these HO Scale kits on a OO Scale layout.
We adapt a diecast vehicle to use our Gaugemaster lighting unit.
In this article we look at adapting a diecast model using a Train Tech Smart Light.
We convert a Tamiya military kit for use on an O Scale layout.
In this article we build a spooky diorama for Halloween.
In this article we explain which glue to use in which situation.
In this article we construct a Christmas Market diorama ready for the table.
In this article, Chris Pearson of the Model Bus Federation shows us how he has used the Gaugemaster Kestrel N Scale Building kits in his dioramas.
We look at how to add interesting scenes (some weird and wonderful) to your layout.
We review this useful adhesive from Deluxe Materials.
A helpful glossary of model and real world terms
We show you how to add sounds to your layout using a Train-Tech module.
We give advice on painting figures.
We explain how to paint these figures from Noch.
We see how a little bit of weathering can really enhance a model.
We look at how to add a variety of paving to your layout.
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