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  1. csx railfan

    Commercial backdrops

    Thanks for the info on AllScale. They are a bit pricey, but they really look nice and are larger in size...
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    Commercial backdrops

    I've seen layouts with that done...the problem is I live in Florida and the area I will be modeling is in Eastern Kentucky. But the idea is great, and it would really add to the realism of the scene.
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    Commercial backdrops

    Has anyone had any experience or luck with the commercial backdrops from Walthers, Sceniking, etc? I don't think my skills would be up to snuff for painting clouds, background hills, etc., but I'm not sure of the best way to mount those backdrops and to hide the seams between separate sheets...
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    3rd time's a charm...hopefully

    Well, I'm in the planning and initial construction phases of my next HO model railroad empire (OK, if a 10x11 spare bedroom can be called an empire...). This will be my 3rd layout. My first was a plywood prairie, but it gave me valuable experience that really helped in developing my 2nd...
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