Whether you're looking for a model train layout for personal enjoyment or for a layout that you can boast to your friend and guests, the HO scale layouts are ideal.
You can create your own layout design or you can copy the existing ones in the market.
You can check out websites, videos, and photos of HO layouts to determine the perfect layout design that will suit your taste.
The most important consideration when building an HO scale layout is the base.
You have to ensure that it is sturdy and firm.
The base is also called benchwork and since it holds the weight of the layout, you have to ensure that it is powerful enough.
Keep in mind that the base will hold the weight of the cars, trains, tracks, and sceneries.
So how you make a strong base? You can get a ready-made benchwork and this is ideal for model railways shows.
The set up of the benchwork will depend on your needs and you simply have to follow the configurations.
Another option would be to build your own benchwork.
You can place the base in a spare room or in the garage.
It's best to work in an area where there isn't much traffic to disturb you while you're working.
You can use 3/8 inches to ½ inches plywood and the wood materials should be 2 inches by 4 inches.
Be extra careful when determining the size of the layout.
Purchase the needed materials for the base and start working on the benchwork.