Basic Model Window Scratchbuilding

Learning to scratch build model windows can expand possibilities for a model builder or hobbyist. You're no longer limited by what's available off the shelf.

Scratch building windows is really not that difficult. Here's a basic technique for double-hung window construction. Build a few and you can get pretty efficient at it.

Of course this basic technique can be expanded and added to. You could add more prototypical details like a sloped sill and additional trim and stops. Or even use those stops to make windows openable if you like.

[RavenWilk]

This is ABSOLUTELY, without question, the best sash window tutorial I have viewed. Great attention to detail with an excellent result! Kudos!

[garrys.scale.models]

A different method from the way I make my windows. Very nice way you showed your method step by step! I've only built one house in 1/2 in scale. I will be working on a school building in 1/8 in scale soon and will consider doing a step by step of my window making methods. Thanks for posting this. I has truly inspired me!

[tomatoes]

Without doubt one of the best videos on scale window making I have seen . Thanks

[bobpoly]

ive learned more ways of inexpensive ways to scratch build thing from your videos thanks man keep it up

[Darken-Rahl]

Just curious. The window that you are making in this video looks bigger than O scale. Are you using traditional O scale of 1:48 or is this in between O and G? Like a 1:24 or something.

[kevinmacomber]

Your windows look great and will have to try painting the mullians.  I would however recommend taping a 1/8 or 1/4" piece of plywood inside the mitre box to save the saw blade and it will give you a sharper cut on the back side of the wood.

[travistaylor]

Excellent work, now my foamcore models can have windows. Thanks

[MrSteamDragon]

I like that indeed. Thanks for sharing

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[jockellis]

Beautiful work. If I could just keep from slicing off the tip of my middle finger when using straight edge and razor.

[MrBonners]

Just get several of the prism shaped draftsman rulers, many scales available. Also way easier to hold on to.

[coquitoleia]

excuse me, wich is that white material you are useing?

[i.vasilyev]

Hello! The window looks like a real one.

[cableknitter]

What about stenciling on the mullions: mask off area then smooth on thick gesso, joint compound, or whatever white paste would be most durable.

[musiciangal]

What type of board are you using to cut?

[lasercreation-world]

wow great work class video keep it up!!!!👍👍

[rachabelk]

i'm a new architecte student i wanna know what's the necessaire materials we need . thank you a lot

[SparkoiseCrafts]

Come back! I hope this video finds you in good health. We miss you! Please make some new videos!1

[greenpointrecords]

what size sheets spec s you have there

[juneab]

What was the material used in your building???... .what type of board is it??thanks...