My O Gauge Journal on
Modelling the GWR
A personal Journey
Preparation
Preparing the surface
onto which the transfers will be fixed
To start, coat the model with a gloss varnish and leave it to
dry for 24 hrs. Gloss varnish provides a smooth surface that gives
the transfer a greater grip, (Fig 1). Once the transfers are all in
place and have had time to dry go over everything again with matt
varnish. This will seal the transfers giving extra protection
against fingers and usage. Before using either varnish make sure it
has had a really good stir. Just because it’s clear doesn’t mean
it’s ready to use.
section 1