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I’m currently working on some gravel parking lots using Woodland Scenics fine gravel. I’d like to weather these lots as the gravel is just too “clean”. What are some recommended methods for doing this?
I have used rubbing alcohol with a few drops of India ink added. I use the brown ink, but black would also work.
I have used rubbing alcohol with a few drops of India ink added. I use the brown ink, but black would also work.
Do you brush or spray your mixture?
I have used rubbing alcohol with a few drops of India ink added. I use the brown ink, but black would also work.
I was thinking india ink might be a good choice…I have black ink tho already so maybe I’ll create a test lot and try it out.
This area was made with Arizona Rock and Minerals fine ballast. It is a real crushed material. I used India ink and 70% Isopropyl Alcohol in a mixture about 80% IPA to 10% black ink and 10% tap water.I used a sponge and dabbed it on. Applied until it passed the eye ball test.
I need to add a vehicle tire trail
This area was made with Arizona Rock and Minerals fine ballast. It is a real crushed material. I used India ink and 70% Isopropyl Alcohol in a mixture about 80% IPA to 10% black ink and 10% tap water.I used a sponge and dabbed it on. Applied until it passed the eye ball test.
I need to add a vehicle tire trail
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That’s exactly the look I’m going for! Looks great

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