I'm considering producing our Kimball's store in 1:20.3, but would like to first learn if there is much support for the kit. If you're unfamiliar with our company (Ragg's...To Riches?), please stop by our website. (www.raggstoriches.biz) We do nothing but structure kits of prototype buildings, and many of our custmers have told us they are of museum quality. We work to put out a 1st class kit that's as true to the prototype as possible...and practical.
I am aware of the different "weather" challenges that must be addressed for the outdoor modeler. The first area I could use some advice is shake roofing. Cast roofing is not a consideration (we're a laser-kit company!) Peel-and-stick strips of laser-cut shake shingles is more likely to be the solution, but I'd like some input as to what material is most suitable. Naturally, cedar comes to mind, but because of the direction of the grain, the strips of cedar shingles would likely be short, pretty much defeating the approach. 1/32 plywood is certainly a much better option for strip length...but how weather resistant is it?
Winter is coming and I'll be sure to have something built up for testing, but I'd like to turn something out sooner than that.
I'd appreciate your help..and hearing about your experiences!
Ragg
I am aware of the different "weather" challenges that must be addressed for the outdoor modeler. The first area I could use some advice is shake roofing. Cast roofing is not a consideration (we're a laser-kit company!) Peel-and-stick strips of laser-cut shake shingles is more likely to be the solution, but I'd like some input as to what material is most suitable. Naturally, cedar comes to mind, but because of the direction of the grain, the strips of cedar shingles would likely be short, pretty much defeating the approach. 1/32 plywood is certainly a much better option for strip length...but how weather resistant is it?
Winter is coming and I'll be sure to have something built up for testing, but I'd like to turn something out sooner than that.
I'd appreciate your help..and hearing about your experiences!
Ragg