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Rock simulation is achieved in a handful of techniques. While diving into most widely used approach I'll also briefly list the other techniques. It's up to you to choose your method of choice. They all work, although one stands above the rest.

Rock simulation is achieved in a handful of techniques. While diving into most widely used approach I'll also briefly list the other techniques. It's up to you to choose your method of choice. They all work, although one stands above the rest.

Before you begin the molding process, you'll need to venture out and find natural organic rocks to represent the landscape of your prototype scene. A great place to start is... you guessed it, the front yard. Many modelers have luck finding suitable castings right under their noses. It's all to possible you may not have any luck this close to home so it may be necessary to dawn your hiking gear and go for a little walk. Either way you'll more than likely find a winner somewhere in the real world.

After you find the perfect prototype start the process by cleaning your find thoroughly around its surface. This will allow for a good bond when casting not to mention a exact replica of the surface area. Your next move is to yank out your liquid latex and marinate the surface of your rock. Allow for latex to dry and duplicate process three or four more times.

Upon completion of first few layers of latex, grab some gauze from your arsenal and cover evenly over portion of rock you wish to mold! When done covering rock with gauze go after another layer or two of latex!

If you're thinking to yourself this sounds like a great deal of work... then never fear as you may purchase prefab moldings in any train shop or most hobby shops around the country or online.

To reduce cost and save time take existing mold and change it's positions by inverting or alternating between two or three molds instead of purchasing eight or nine separate moldings.

When incorporating this technique remember to line the rock replicas in a pattern that is random enough to be considered natural.

That's it my friend... I hope this helps in your quest for realistic rock scenes for your model train layouts. Just remember to provide your layout with the illusion of individuality and you'll head and shoulders above most.