Build a detailed HO layout with mountain and desert scenes! Model Railroader contributor Pelle Søeborg teaches you innovative ways to scratchbuild modern businesses, replicate scenery, paint backdrops, and weather cars in this packed and practical guide. How-to topics include building tunnel entrances; constructing basic terrain with Styrofoam; installing a truss bridge; choosing scenery materials; ballasting track; painting a backdrop; and many more.

Softcover; 8 1/4 x 10 3/4; 96 pages; 200 color photos; 15 illustrations;