PROJECT CENTER • STAGE 6

Model Railroad Scenery Project Planner

Scenery looks more convincing when it is built in layers. Use the planner to generate a simple sequence for the type of scene you are working on and avoid installing fragile details too early.

Model Railroading Depot Ask the Conductor

SCENE BUILDER

Choose the scene you want to create

Scene type Current stage Finish level

Your scenery sequence will appear here.

Reliable scenery order

Protect track→Landforms→Base color→Roads & hardscape→Structures→Ground cover→Vegetation→Details & weathering

Scenery Materials Structures & Scenes Weathering Backdrops & Lighting

SCENERY HELP

Ask how to build the scene

Describe the scene you want and ask about sequencing landforms, roads, structures, vegetation, weathering or lighting.

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