Introduction To Weathering Model Trains Part 1: Equipment Needed and Getting Started

Its Another How-To series and in this one we are going to introduce you to weathering model trains! As real trains age, atmospheric conditions can begin to break down and fade painted surfaces over the course of time from exposure to the sun and rain. Dirt and other particles and build up on a surface and can slowly penetrate and damage a given surface. We can replicate those effects on models with a technique known as weathering. This is a whole new level in model railroading and many people including myself were a little intimidated at first but I decided to jump in and give it a shot and once I began to understand the process. It was well worth the time and effort! Lets go! There is a lot to learn! This is Part 1.......

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[makerjeff]

Love this! Can't wait to get started on my own stuff!

[mrdisco]

Wonderful stuff. I love ALL the videos you guys post. It really helps us newer guys. Even as far away as Texas, we're watching!

[clearlycaribbeanreb]

Good morning from Columbus, OH via Fort Myers ✌️

[centralfloridarailroadmodelers]

I cant emphasize enough, there is no right or wrong technique for weathering. Manufacturers are releasing more and more products to help achieve faster and better results. It takes patience and time to weather a model. I'm still learning other methods found by other model railroaders and there is a vast number of resources everywhere to help you along the way. Dont be afraid to jump in and try because that's how I learned!! Practice makes perfect and weathering is one of those! In this series, I''ll show you what I have learned so far.

[philburrows]

Thanks for this vid.
All my locomotives, particularly Alcos are ready for weathering, I didn't know really where to start but this has given me some inspiration

[jamescerone]

LOVE your videos. Is it at all possible to do voice narration though??

[ABB-km]

Using the gray color as opposed to white seems to work better. It gives it a warmer subtle fade. Can the gray be used on any color locomotive?