So, the room has been redecorated and work begins on the conversion. The first object was to build the shelf layout, get the track laid and wired. Wiring consisted of track power and a lighting circuit (115 volts) for the Department 56 buildings, and a rope light for accent lighting.
I went through several iterations on the rope light. I found the 5000K light far too stark for an accent light. I choose the 3000K warm light in this instance.
When the shelf layout was completed, the wall art was hung. I figured it would be easier to hang before, rather than after the benchwork was constructed. I am currently planning a couple of changes. I will be adding three more Franklin Mint wooden racks to display more 1/43 vehicles. As with everything, I bought far too many than the benchwork can accommodate. I have sufficient flat car (auto transport) cars to build three trains with 6 to 8 cars each.
You might notice that in one corner, there is some artwork depicting Alice In Wonderland. I had thought there would be room for a small scene, but that may not happen. I have a few more signs, and need to change some or just figure out how to incorporate the new ones with the old ones. It’s an evolving thing.
