Build reliable track and scenery with straightforward O gauge project guides.
Prepare the roadbed, shape shoulders, protect turnouts, wet the stone, and apply adhesive.
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Estimate material for a short test section, a main line, a yard, or a complete layout.
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Change color, shoulder shape, weeds, dirt, and staining to show how each track is used.
Compare the scenes →| Problem | Likely cause | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Stone floats when glue is applied | Surface was not thoroughly pre-wet | Use a fine mist with a wetting agent before adhesive. |
| Ballast dries glossy | Adhesive is too shiny or too concentrated | Use matte medium or diluted white glue and avoid heavy surface puddles. |
| Turnout stops moving | Stone or glue entered moving parts | Keep ballast away from points and throw bar; clean before fully dry. |
| Shoulders look too perfect | Everything was shaped uniformly | Break the edge with dirt, weeds, drainage, and small irregular areas. |