Paint backscene.
Fencing.
Our work this week was dictated by the painting of the backscene. The layout was put away in its rack, but the front was left open. The two main back panels were laid out on the trestles and the two end panels placed on side tables. A tin of Leyland MDF primer had been purchased and using a 4" foam roller and tray, Geoff got going applying a coat to the panels, ably assisted by Laurence.....
Meanwhile, Stephen got comfortable on a stool next to the layout rack and continued with the new fencing.
The gate he'd made previously for the workshop path just didn't look right. The opening was very wide and as it spanned the board joint, the gate would have to be made removable. The use of miniature magnets had been envisaged, but it was decided to abandon this for the time being. The gate was trimmed to suit the ground frame / 'Agents cottage' gate and glued in place.
After lunch, Geoff applied a second coat of primer and Stephen painted the fence.
Next week, grass and foliage can be applied along the fence to blend it in.
