Constructing DPM Kits | Woodland Scenics | Model Scenery

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

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[@darrellmillner930]

I'm amazed, I'm coming back in to modeling after 40+ years away, and you have given me hope that I can do it. Thank you.

[@bruce_adams]

DPM kits are fun to assemble and look great. These tips from Miles (and Fran at live clinics) are worth a million bucks. I use an outline of the steps in this video, plus info from the DPM instruction sheets as a checklist so I don't miss anything. They work for other projects, too. Thanks for making the video available!

[@ACRR46]

Absolutely awesome video. I’ve built many DPM kits but Miles showed me many techniques and tips that were new to me. Can’t wait to try them out.

[@thomasmurphy7719]

I cannot believe how much I learned from this interesting and informative video starting from the sanding platform in the tool section. All my brick buildings are one solid color except for the roof and all the trim work, I never realized that buildings were 2 varients of quality brick. Thank you for a total learning experience!

[@pacbeltrr38]

These are awesome tutorial videos for beginner or expert alike! I've been in the Hobby since 1975, and found this a great refresher course. I noticed that a few other experienced modelers have commented here as well. I wish more were coming.... I also wish that *some* mass producer (hint!!) would start making some buildings and vehicles from the late 1970's to at LEAST the late 1990's. *We're the group* getting older now..... Thanks! Carmine 🚂

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

Thank you for your feedback! I have passed your requests along to our Product Development team for consideration.

[@pacbeltrr38]

Thanks for listening!

[@artydale]

Fantastic video. I have many N scale DPM's to construct and the hints here are invaluable. The only problem I had with the video was at times I couldn't hear what Miles was saying.

[@w.rustylane5650]

I purchased one piece of .040 HO corrugated plastic I use as a mold. I squirt a generous amount of Elmer's glue (PVA) and wait for it to completely dry after first treating the plastic with some dish detergent to reduce surface tension. Then squirt a second coat of Elmer's glue (PVA) & wait for it to dry. Then I carefully peel off the glue layer and use it as I would have used the plastic corrugated piece. Paint it grey or silver and add weathering and glue it to a piece of card to add rigidity. I also make my own rust powder from 0000 steel wool in a jar of vinegar. Cheers - TN

[@chrisdraper5067]

Fantastic video - great to get a good close up look at how the kits ‘work’ before plonking my dollars down on an international mail order. Love the explanation on detail parts too but unfortunately I dont have a well stocked hobby shop handy to be able to browse while in ideas mode.

[@kevinb9327]

One stop shopping! This is a must-watch for any modeler, any scale, plastic, or wood. 👍👍

[@NicholasMGlasson]

Nice! Would love to see a little fire escape perhaps on some for a sense of scale. Going to experiment with metallic surfaces on my next build :) thanks for these!

[@flatoutfullbore]

What a great video. Miles provides so much information in this very interesting video, that as a newbe, I'll have to view it several times! Thanks!

[@w.rustylane5650]

Tichy Train Group also has roof details as well as Rusty Rails and Rail Scale Models.

[@archangel1045]

You are awesome! Thanks for your attention to detail. Very quick and proficient.

[@Clocksangel]

Wow, straight to the point, you should be the president.

[@w.rustylane5650]

I never use an X-acto knife as I always use an A-proxo knife simply because nothing is ever exact, only approximate. I use Precision glue I got from Yankee Dabbler as it has a thin metal applicator & is extremely precise with quick set glue. I also use Mr. Cement and Plastruct styrene cement. Cheers - TN

[@JohnAPrescott]

Wow, this video is spectacular. Lots of great tips and tricks in this hour long vid. I've added it to my favorites section, and will definitely be watching it again soon. Thanks for putting this up!

[@njRRtrainer]

Wow.. This was a great presentation, well done and really useful information, techniques and ideas.. Thank you

[@tony92506]

That was such a great video, thank you!

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

You are so welcome!

[@JenniferCosentino]

Excellent Video! I wish he still made how-to videos Miles is fantastic :)

[@pacbeltrr38]

Jennifer - *ME TOO!!!* These are great whether you're a beginner or expert. Carmine 🚂

[@amankurrey1529]

Jennifer Cosentino huuhbb nno i

[@Rdrake1413]

Excellent video

[@FourDollaRacing]

Great build! Seems heavy-handed on the weathering....

[@jhoodfysh]

Given its age (10 years), the information in this video was very good, with many useful tips. I am hard of hearing and depend on captions to help me understand. Would it be possible to add captions for hard of hearing folks to these older videos? Or perhaps, better yet, these videos be updated.

[@ronnyvonallmen6892]

Bravo….

[@davidshaw7105]

Great 👍 very useful tips details is very important detail makes it really worth the time and most pleasing to the eye

[@garrymaxwell1490]

i've had good luck using sandpaper cut to the size of the roof

[@mattsynth]

Great video, thanks.

[@rclendening]

This is super helpful

[@rjl110919581]

THANKS, VIDEO SHOW THAT DETAILS WAY BUILDING

[@alecjordandesigns]

Great VIDEO... I am just getting started and would like some guidance. I was wondering where the best place to buy the kits... buildings, landscape, vehicles etc... Thank you.

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

Thank you! If you visit our website and click on the 'store locator' tab, you can enter your zip code or country and instantly find out what stores close to you are selling Woodland products.

[@davidhefner8853]

There doesn't seem to be any brick on this building. I didn't notice that on the any sellers website. I'm having second thoughts now about buying it.....EDIT: Toward the end of the video I could see the brick.

[@mondeobtcc93]

I live in the UK and have so far built a couple of the DPM kits in "N" scale, whilst I can find some generic rub down lettering and lettering it tends o be of the British/European style. I have tried, without success, to source the ones used in this master class to decorate the glazing, help in finding them to use on the buildings I have yet to construct would be much appreciated.

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

+Paul Walton Hello Paul, Our distributor in the UK carries a wide range of our Dry Transfer Decals and Model Graphics. You might want to contact them to see if they can direct you to a retail store. Here is their website, through which you can contact them. www.bachmann.co.uk/ Hope this helps!

[@mondeobtcc93]

+Woodland Scenics Thanks very much

[@donsurvilas8868]

Sure wish there was closed captioning for this for us deaf folks. Hard to see what type of glue used and what was happening just from the video alone.

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

Normally KZbin has the automatic subtitles as an option, but for some reason this video doesn't have that. We're not sure why. You can view the instructions for Kelly's Saloon (10100) on our website. woodlandscenics.woodlandscenics.com/show/Item/10100/page/1

[@petworthtraction]

As poorly as the audio was recorded we could all use closed captioning.

[@ModelerManMike]

Where is Miles and does he still do video's for you guys? Would be nice to see some more recent stuff from him, maybe a DVD or something?

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

Hi! We love Miles and Fran! They are fantastic and very busy with their Model Railroad University in Kansas City. Although we have not filmed a video with Miles for quite some time, he and Fran routinely conduct clinics at Trainfest, NMRA and other train shows, using our products to show modelers how to build buildings and model scenery.

[@ModelerManMike]

***** Wow! Great! I will look them up! Appreciate the fast response to!

[@jimhohn837]

I agree Mike. You and Miles both have a nice touch !

[@cardsandcraftcottage]

@@ModelSceneryExpert would be great to have more videos from Miles and Fran for those of us who can't get to the USA

[@ripjeffhanneman5838]

Yeah mine will be in the mail. Just send it on back when it's done. Make yourself a quick $10 bucks for assembly. Thanks.

[@doverandover61]

I liked the way he kept pronouncing roof as ruff ;-) silly I know.

[@crystalyelland8238]

great video but that drove me crazy, its roo-ff, my dog says ruff. my relatives from Iowa spoke like that

[@CedrickEMoore]

Why do so many use these expensive green blotters? I just bought one, but that is for the keyboard and mouse. This seems too nice to use as a base for modeling.

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

Cedrick, great question! Modelers use it because it is lightweight and more absorptive than most products.

[@johnnypsr]

Excellent video! Thank you for taking the time to do this. at 13:50 where can I aquire an applicator such as the one you use for your tenax7?

[@alcidesduran9696]

Gracias, muy útil será posible conseguir información en Castellano

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

We do not have any fluent Spanish speakers at our company and used Google translate for this message. Based on how your message was translated, here is our response: Unfortunately, we only have video, etc. materials available in English. No tenemos ningún hispanohablante fluido en nuestra empresa y utilizamos el traductor de Google para este mensaje. En función de cómo se tradujo su mensaje, aquí está nuestra respuesta: Desafortunadamente, solo tenemos materiales de video, etc. disponibles en inglés.

[@alcidesduran9696]

Sorry by thah, I can read You lenguage by. i like something EZ, more faster over longitudes centimeters, apology ..Best regard

[@alcidesduran9696]

@@ModelSceneryExpert next, spring I ll be there, Tampa Florida, trip visita family & buy some prestigious accesorious flor My layaout, I am, from Venezuela South America, thanks a lot

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

It can be difficult sometimes for non-native English speakers to communicate with us on social media. However, we do have Spanish instructions, so you will be able to understand those if you purchase our product while in America. We hope you have a great trip! A veces puede ser difícil para los hablantes de inglés no nativos comunicarse con nosotros en las redes sociales. Sin embargo, tenemos instrucciones en español, por lo que podrá comprenderlas si compra nuestro producto mientras está en Estados Unidos. ¡Esperamos que tengas un buen viaje!

[@kelleymorrissey9537]

can i put gravel on the top of the roof

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

Kelley Morrissey Adding Gray Fine Gravel (C1286) would be an excellent enhancement to your building. You would need to brush the roof with Foam Tack Glue (ST1444) and then sprinkle on the gravel. After this is dry apply a light coat of Scenic Cement (S191) to seal the gravel in place which reduces the chances of shedding. Another option would be to use coarse-grade sandpaper in lieu of actual gravel. Attach using the Foam Tack Glue contact gluing method (instruction on the bottle), and Scenic Cement sprayed lightly onto the sandpaper to avoid shedding. Hope this helps!

[@chrisdav3179]

where do you find the syringes to apply the tenex 7?

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

This video was made several years ago and we don't know where Miles got this particular tool. However, Micro Mark sells the Touch-N-Flow adhesive applicator, and I believe it retails for less than $10. Good luck and Happy Modeling!

[@markrob5762]

i like Your Viedo

[@LittlePwnageMusicFan]

I've got a N Scale Soda shop from DPM. I painted the side the same color as the front. Will that be a problem?

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

The painting of the building is entirely based on the modeler's preference.

[@dwaynepalcko7666]

any time i go to a hobby shop if i see a dpm kit i grab it and also the roof and trim kit especially the roof and trim kit is woodlands scenics still making the roof and trim kit dpm kit's ?.

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

Yes, we still carry the Roof and Trim Kit #30019. The attached link will take you directly to the Roof and Trim Kit on our website. woodlandscenics.woodlandscenics.com/show/Item/30190/page/1

[@jagdwolf86]

What are the item numbers for that dry transfer decals he did on the windows?

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

jagdwolf86 The window signs for Coffee, Hamburger, Hot and Steaks are found on Dry Transfer Decals D552. We do not have Pepsi Cola because we are not licensed to do so. The modeler found a sign online, downloaded and re-sized it, printed it and put it on his structure. Hope this helps!

[@michaelparekh5234]

Which stores can I purchase DPM kits from in the U.S.? (Illinois specifically)

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

You can find hobby shops close to you with our Store Locator. You might want to call a few ahead of time to see if they carry our DPM Kits. Most hobby shops do, but it never hurts to double check. woodlandscenics.woodlandscenics.com/show/information/DealerSearch?WS=&city=&state=IL&zipcode=&radius=50&go=

[@Lee-wb5og]

This video is great and I will order some kits soon. Question, why lacquer paint on the front and acrylics on the sides of the buildings? Thanks

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

This video is older and the individual featured doesn’t work for us, so we can only speculate why he chose specific paints. Since he didn't give a reasoning, we can assume it was simply the look he wanted to create for the building.

[@Lee-wb5og]

Thanks for replying that's very good of you. Ta

[@scabberdoug]

what kind of material was used for the light block?

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

Hello! You can use any type of black paper or cardboard - whichever works best for your design.

[@sohchx]

At 32:50 what is the color called that is being sprayed as the common brick color?

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

We are not sure of the exact color that was used at the time. Some suggestions for a blonde/neutral brick color (rather than a red brick) would be Floquil Mud, Depot Buff or Armor Yellow.

[@migace7]

this guy keep talking about 10x7, what is it and where do you buy it?

[@wayneblock1507]

Can someone tell me the names of the two adhesives mention early in the video? I can’t quite make them out. One I know is Tenax but when I search for the all I have found were applicators.

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

Miles names Tenax 7 and Faller Expert Cement at 2:40

[@w.rustylane5650]

Ya left out the resin O scale building that ya talked about at the beginning.

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

The only difference for the O scale that he mentions is using epoxy. At the beginning, he does say he'll go over it toward the end, but he doesn't show it. He simply re-emphasizes the point at 1:04:25. All techniques he showed are applicable for all scales.

[@Deaf-je5bd]

no caption? :( How come all layout have 1920-1960's town level. Where is skyscape like we have today in new york? Detriot? los angeles?

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

Hello! Most modelers work in that era, but I will pass on your suggestion to our Product Development team! Happy modeling!

[@Deaf-je5bd]

I'm sure people would love to have post apocalyptic too. I would

[@246spyder]

WOW, a model of Chicago!

[@Kojak0]

Great question - one reason to why I have never got into the model train hobby is because of exactly that - it's too old. And that goes for everything around the layouts as well, like vehicles (not a rusty Skoda as far as the eye can see) and figures (I mean who, apart form douches wear hats in this day and age?). That is not even taking into account the different cultures - a hypermodern train layout set in say Japan would be wildly different from a modern layout set in the US, Sweden or South Africa. I know there are a few companies making modern stuff, but why haven't it made more of an impact?

[@Klingon-pp4fv]

Kojak0 / well for one thing , is that most R X R layouts depict the hight or Golden age of railroading or what we remember of our youth , for example my family was connected to " West Side Lumber " in Tuolumne California my grandfather was a union rep and my father was a logger being a lumberjack one day and a logging truck driver another . my grandma and mom along with several people would go to set up the camp support areas , the cook house , laundry and so on . you can't get more historic then stuff like that . I'm not saying that Chicago doesn't have railroad history I mean look at the Stockyards and the railroading history of that alone . the other R X R history of Chicago would be the railroad history of World War II in connection with Detroit and the military supply trains that they would organize . that's mainly why most R X R layouts are of / or / from older Generations and history .

[@jjlpinct]

I bet your blades would last longer if you didn't cut on the sandpaper.

[@davidfurst7233]

Good video, however your trim work on windows and doors is very sloppy. I assume that is because you were rushing to get the video done

[@donsurvilas8868]

I sure wish there was close captioning, I am deaf and this is of no help

[@ModelSceneryExpert]

Normally KZbin provides automatic subtitles that you can enable, but this one doesn't seem to have that feature. I'll pass your request along to our Video Production Team.

[@donsurvilas8868]

Thank You, being deaf is sometimes a chore, this video would be nice to hear via CC as I am building a new layout.

[@honestgbfan5324]

I wish you luck in your new layout :) I am also planning a new one so perhaps you can create a video yourself about your ideas or progress?? And I would like to see your suggestion of captions for more videos become a reality. I like to watch youtube via Chromecast while my wife is asleep and the captions would help tremendously! And in your situation I notice many of the videos are recorded from behind or at another angle where even reading lips is of no help to those that can do so!

[@SBKNO1]

I'm underwhelmed. And that's being kind. You got a LONG way to go buddy. Check out KZbin videos and one day you'll be able to build like the pros. This is grade school..

[@reddyalya2340]

lol