SubTerrain Scenery Kit Instructions The SubTerrain Scenery Kit is a great way to learn how to use Woodland Scenics SubTerrain Layout, Terrain and Landscaping systems.
The SubTerrain Scenery Kit Contents: Description Quantity Profile, Tunnel, Portal and Riser Placement Pattern Sheet . . . . . . . . . 1 Profile Boards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 1/2" Foam Sheet Base (12" x 24") . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1/4" Foam Sheet (6" x 24") . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 2" Riser. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Additional�tools�not�required�but�helpful A generous supply of Foam Tack Glue and Hob-e-Tac are included with this kit. The Woodland Scenics Low Temp Foam Glue Gun (ST1445) and Low Temp Foam Glue (ST1446) can be purchased separately. On larger layouts, the Low Temp FoamGlue Gun and glue sticks allow you to pin foam components together with Foam Nails for testing before permanently gluing them down. Note: Remember to never use a high temp glue gun on these foam components. It will damage them.
Building�the�SubTerrain�Scenery�Kit The SubTerrain Scenery Kit is fun and easy to build. In just a few steps you will learn how to use Woodland Scenics complete SubTerrain, Terrain and Landscaping Systems. The first step is to cut out and install the various SubTerrain lightweight foam components. SubTerrain�Components Woodland Scenics SubTerrain System makes it simple. It eliminates all the difficult woodworking, complicated calculations and dusty mess once associated with building a layout.
on the bottom when installed. Draw patterns on Profile Boards with a Foam Pencil. 6. Using a Woodland Scenics Hot Wire Foam Cutter or hobby knife, cut out terrain contours from Profile Board. 7. Make sure to cut the area designated on the left side pattern as flat as possible. This is where the Riser will meet the inside edge of the Profile Board. Install�Riser Risers elevate the track allowing the modeler to add creeks, gullies and other low-lying areas without cutting into the base.
3. Starting from left side of the Riser, Fig. 6 place strip bumpy side up over Riser with approximately 3/4" overhang on either side (Fig. 6). 4. Rub Plaster Cloth strip with fingertips, filling in as many holes Butt Plaster Cloth as possible. seams 5. Repeat with second strip making sure ends of both strips butt at seams. 6. Be careful when proceeding not to disturb wet Plaster Cloth. Plaster Cloth will be completely dry in approximately four hours. Score foam Add�Tunnel�Walls Fig. 7 Tunnel Wall 1 1.
Lay�Track-Bed�and�Track On an open layout without tunnel the Track-Bed and track would be added at a later step. Since the area inside the tunnel will be enclosed in the next step, Track-Bed and track must be added now. Fig. 10 9 3/4" 5" Connector 1" 1. Assemble the track, as shown in Fig. 10. Make sure connectors between track pieces are fastened (Fig. 10). 2. With the left end of the track Fig. 11 Left End even with the left outside edge of even diorama, draw outline of track on Plaster Cloth. (Fig.
Ballast�Area�Inside�Tunnel As with Plaster Cloth, Track-Bed and track, Ballast must be added to the area inside the tunnel, since it will not be accessible once the roof is in place. Do not add Ballast to entire length of Track-Bed and track. Just the portion inside the tunnel and an inch or two beyond the opening. 1. “Paint” Scenic Cement on the sides of the Track-Bed. 2. Open the bag of Ballast and pour an even amount over the track inside the tunnel and another 1" or 2" outside the Tunnel (Fig. 13). 3.
Make�Newspaper�Wads Before beginning this step, make sure all foam components are glued down. 1. Tightly wad up several sheets of newspaper. Begin at the outside of the sheet and roll the edges under to form a rounded pillow shape (Fig. 18). This shape is easier to stack. 2. Stack newspaper wads around Risers and Profile Boards. Also place them around and on top of the Tunnel structure. These will form the contours of the terrain (Fig. 19).
Plaster�Cloth�Sides�of�Diorama Fig. 21 Now it's time to add Plaster Cloth to the sides of the diorama. This step reinforces the sides of the model and changes the texture of the foam Profile Boards. 1. Place the patterns for the sides of the diorama on the two previously saved 25" strips of Plaster Cloth with the bumpy side out. The back Profile uses one piece and the front and side Profiles can be cut from the second piece. 2.
acts as an adhesive and can also be used to fill in gaps around the rock faces in place of the Plaster Cloth strips. Color�Rock�Faces Coloring the rock faces is easy and yields extremely realistic results. 1. Using three small paper cups or containers, dilute the Burnt Umber and Yellow Ocher Earth Color Liquid Pigments in separate cups by mixing 1/2 the contents of the individual pigment containers with 3 tablespoons of water (1 part pigment to 16 parts water). Black Wash will be mixed thinner.
Attach�Tunnel�Portal 1. Test place Tunnel Portal over Foam Tunnel Portal Backing. If Tunnel Portal does not fit easily, cut into the Plaster Cloth around tunnel backing. 2. Spread Foam Tack Glue over back of Tunnel Portal. Fig. 25 3. Spread another layer of glue over the surface of Foam Tunnel Portal Backing. 4. Attach Tunnel Portal to Foam Tunnel Backing (Fig. 25). Hold firmly in place a few seconds. 5. Allow glue to dry.
4. Lightly sprinkle remaining Turfs over the Green Blended Turf to add color and texture. Burnt Grass provides a variation in the coloring. Yellow Grass can indicate areas that do not receive much water. Earth and Soil can be used to model worn areas, such as paths or spots of bare ground. Use these products sparingly to add highlights and contrasts. If too much of one color is used, just sprinkle another color over it in a salt and pepper fashion. 5.
4. Talus is the rock debris, which collects beneath cliffs, Fig. 31 around the base of mountains and in and near water areas. Cut off one corner of the bag and sprinkle the Talus around the foot of your rock faces. Stain Talus to match rock faces by using the same techniques you used to color the rock faces. Try adding it to the top of rock faces and around the Tunnel Portals. Secure with Scenic Cement, either applied with a drinking straw or an eyedropper (Fig. 31). High�Ground�Cover 1.
by gently blowing on the area. 2. When satisfied with the appearance of the Fine Turf, spray lightly with Scenic Cement to hold the Turf in place. Adding�Additional�Landscape�Material You may wish to add some additional landscape materials to the diorama for more variety in texture or color, to add more realism, create more interest in the scenery, or cover gaps around terrain features. 1. More Coarse Turf, Clump-Foliage bushes, ground cover and Field Grass clumps can easily be added at this time.
Other�ways�to�build�this�kit Don’t be limited by these instructions. If you prefer to construct a display for gaming figures, plastic models or even collectible ceramic houses, simply adjust the way you use the provided materials. For example you can use the Riser and 1/4" Foam Sheet to build level areas that will support ceramic houses or figurines. You can even use the Ballast to build a gravel road for a model tank or automobile. Don’t be afraid to use your imagination.
