"Yes, what I did was over the top. Friends laughed at me when I was building the house. Be as it may, I have a warm, dry, and 99 percent dust free train room. "
Marty,
Congrats on this milestone...34 years ... WOW!!
I believe one of the most important things in building a layout to last the years is the prep of the layout room. Making your train room a warm comfortable inviting place is the first step toward years of enjoyment.