Hi Guys,
I have a thread here on BB where I am building a modern ISL ( <!-- l --><a class="postlink-local" href="http://www.the-gauge.net/forum/viewtopic.php?f=46&t=4271">viewtopic.php?f=46&t=4271</a><!-- l --> ). I am now at the stage of starting to construct/scratchbuild some of the structures on the layout. What I would like to know is what is the correct profile of cladding that is used on the sides of modern warehouses etc as found on the real thing as well as the roofing profile? Secondly what would you recommend using in styrene from Evergreen or similar suppliers to replicate this or would I need to scratchbuild that too?
Comments as always are appreciated.
Callum
Hi Callum
The type of sheet metal wall cladding used on the sides of modern industrial premises is usually of a corrigated profile either rounded [Roma?] or angular [Greca?], while the roofing is usually either corrigated or tray decking. Occasionally tray decking is specified for walls but usually more for architectural effect.
As far as your question about the styrene goes, I bought the following Evergreen sheets for when I build my version of TQW Warehouse;
Item no. 19060 Dealer Pack of 4 sheets of .060" x 24 "x 12" PLAIN
Item no. 14544 one sheet .125" x 24"x 12" BOARD AND BATTEN of which I purchased three sheets.
You will find that buying your styrene in these size sheets works out cheaper than buying the 12" x 6" sheets and may also require less joins during construction.
I chose the .125 board and batten because it seemed to about right for the look of tray deck and is almost a match for the Pikestuff roof panels. Its not exact as the Pikestuff is slightly wider but if used carefully most people will never pick the slight difference in spacing.
I hope that this has helped you with your questions.
Mark
You could check out the Pikestuff line of products. They have modern steel building wall sections, doors, roofing etc, all modeled on modern steel construction. They also have a line of kits called the "Kitbasher Series" that might provide you with an easier start than scratch-building.
I agree with Squidbait about the Pikestuff range, I have found them to be really great kits to work with, but I guess it all depends upon the size of the industrial building you are modelling.
Mark
I agree with Squidbait about the Pikestuff range, I have found them to be really great kits to work with, but I guess it all depends upon the size of the industrial building you are modelling.
Mark
Thanks guys... Most of the industries I am making are big and totally scratchbuilt so that will determine what I can and can' t use...
Evergreen also makes a Metal Corrugated siding pattern in styrene,and it is avaliable in .10 to .125 thickness.I to will be building my own structures and will be using Evergreens patterned styrene.One thing you might to consider is the fact that alot of larger industrial buildings are also constructed with large vertical cement slabs and stucko finish on the walls.Regular smooth styrene and a can of textured paint could be used to create the look of stucko.I have seen buildings that are constructed with both metal siding and concrete walls.
GaryS has alot of excellent photos on this forum of such buildings.if you want to see them just click on GaryS's link in his signature then clink on the link to his uploaded photos.
Thanks for mentioning me, TG. An alternative to the photo search would be to go to the Industries forum here at Big Blue, and find my various threads there. May be easier to track down the photos there.... my gallery entries are quite scattered.
This is an issue that has been taxing me of late. There doesn't appear to be any product that has dedicated pattern types for modern cladding, of which, in reality, there are quite a number of variations. Apart from Pikestuff, which is rather ubiquitous, one has to go for an approximation such as Evergreen. I did write to Slater's who make the Plasticard range, suggesting that they are missing a trick here,as there are many modellers who would make use of large modern cladding sheets. They couldn't even be bothered to acknowledge my e.mail! With regard to textured paint for a stucco / rendered effect, I have just completed my first scratch-built warehouse using foamboard, overlayed with plastic sheet (fixed using double-sided tape), and then sprayed using Plasitkote 'suede' paint (beige). This gives a nice texture that is not overscale.
If you want to consider a foil product rather than styrene , RustyStumps makes a good metal siding product . You can dunk it in etchant for weathering .
Terry