black beauty sand blast as HO coal

[dekker]

I was wondering what you think about using B.B. as coal for HO layouts. I am working on a coal/gravel pit area on my layout and where I work we have over 1000 pounds of the stuff at all times and with permission I can take as much as I need. To me it looks great for HO coal. What do you guys think? PS: Anyone who wants some I will send you 2 pounds worth(our bags hold two pounds) for free just pay for the shipping. My brother owns the company and he does not care.

 

[lmackattack]

thats a good idea it sparkes and looks scale just make sure its all glued down as it gets real dusty if messed with. 4 years ago I had the "pleasure" to sandblasted 2 lowboy semi trailers and my 65 B model semi truck frame with black beauty. I think I still have some of it in my hair LOL

I know woodland makes some coal if your not already aware

great idea anyways

Trent

 

[ontario midland]

if you are looking for larger size coal,go to a pet atore were they sell
tropical fish,and ask for activated carbon.it's used in aquarium filters.

 

[Larry]

I buy my activated Charcoal in the pet dept. at my local walmart.