So I'm researching real wood shingles, and I've found 3 places that offer O scale shingles. Builders in Scale, Rusty Stumps, and Stoney Creek Designs. Has anyone ever used any of these or have a recommendation?
Thanks,
Adam
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I have used the ones from Builders in Scale and also the ones from Evergreen Designs.
Pretty equivalent and no issues with either in application.
Both offer a couple of styles and exposure lengths, too. Have only tried maybe 4 styles total.
I make them from scratch using bristol board:
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I did Builders in Scale corrugated roofing and was very pleased with the product.
Ridge caps can be an issue. Be sure the cut sheets have a roof ridge cap.
I believe Builders in Scale have a True Wood product.
I just reviewed there shingle offerings. The roof ridge caps are a separate part number. You have several different choices of wood from the True Wood offerings.
BTS also has shingle offerings. The ones that I have used are paper sticky back with self adhesive.
They have to be painted before application.
Three tab shingles
Diamond shingles
Branchline makes an O scale laser cut shake shingle...
They make 7 other styles of O laser cut shingles, too.
Looks great when painted/weathered.
FWIW, always...
KD
