NORSKE LOVE - Billing Boats 1:75 scale

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Not much done??? But nicely done!!! Even at this stage I like the finish appearance of your decks which offset and bring out the paneling. Rich
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Thank you Rich!
As you know, the final appearance is a process with many steps. But it doesn’t look bad even when first applied.
 
The deck is stained and nails added.
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With the wall sitting in place…
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Overall view of decks…
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I’ve noticed that lighting is a big factor in shade and color. In bright light it looks more grey, and in dimmer light it looks more brown. So the level of the decks will effect the color, due to lighting.
But overall they look very similar, with enough variation to be realistic. ;)
 
Due to the many steps, there will always be variation. If I wanted consistency, I would first add pre stain. But this is not the look I’m after. I want a slightly used or weathered deck that has been worn with use and age. But not so worn that it looks out of place with the rest of the ship. That’s my logic anyway. ;)7DA20B2C-9E3D-4F6E-A86E-AD161E58B137.jpeg
 
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Dean62 said:
As far as the recipe or process goes, here are the steps, in case anyone is interested.
I start by using a black charcoal pencil on the edge of the boards. Then after they are glued down, I lightly sand. This smears the excess charcoal on the edges around and into the wood grain. This makes the wood grain stand out, which is my goal. Then I clear coat to seal the charcoal in the wood grain. Afterwards I lightly sand with steel wool. Then I add the brown stain and wipe with a rag to average the color. Once dry, I lightly sand again with steel wool to weather the boards. If any areas are too light, I add some brown stain and wipe with a rag to average the color. Of course I want some variation so it looks more realistic.
Due to the many steps, there will always be variation. If I wanted consistency, I would first add pre stain. But this is not the look I’m after. I want a slightly used or weathered deck that has been worn with use and age. But not so worn that it looks out of place with the rest of the ship. The walls and railings I want less wear. Ladders and decks should show some wear. That’s my logic anyway. ;)
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Marvelous. I copied your recipe and store it for future use...:)
 
Dean62 said:
The deck is stained and nails added.
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With the wall sitting in place…
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Overall view of decks…
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I’ve noticed that lighting is a big factor in shade and color. In bright light it looks more grey, and in dimmer light it looks more brown. So the level of the decks will effect the color, due to lighting.
But overall they look very similar, with enough variation to be realistic. ;)
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I realy appreciate the look of the decks. Grand!
 
Dear Dean. I have said it before and I will say it again. There is a currently a core group of builders on SOS who are doing amazing things with their kit-and scratch-builds. You are right there among the top builders - both in terms of your artistic execution and creativity when it comes to interpreting what is essentially a "basic" kit. Your builds are among those that serve as true inspiration for us all - myself included. Like I said to @dockattner Paul - keep doing what you are doing - your work is looking great!
 
Heinrich said:
Dear Dean. I have said it before and I will say it again. There is a currently a core group of builders on SOS who are doing amazing things with their kit-and scratch-builds. You are right there among the top builders - both in terms of your artistic execution and creativity when it comes to interpreting what is essentially a "basic" kit. Your builds are among those that serve as true inspiration for us all - myself included. Like I said to @dockattner Paul - keep doing what you are doing - your work is looking great!
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Thank you Heinrich! I always appreciate your comments and support.
There are so many talented builders on this sight, and I am following so many build logs, I can’t always keep up…lol. But I have learned a lot since my first build log, and I have so many people to thank for that, you among them. You are among the core group of people who have encouraged me, supported me, given me advice and opinions, and helped me become a better builder for it. Thank you so much!
I have a lot of people to thank for my success, as do many members of SOS. It’s a great community where ship builders can learn and share.
 
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