[PDF] Garden Railways eBook

Author : Peter Jones
Publisher : Crowood
Page : 483 pages
File Size : 20,9 MB
Release : 2013-08-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1847976700

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Have you always wanted to run your own railway? Does your indoor model railway leave you with a desire to fill your nostrils with the smell of steam and hot oil on a winter's morning? If the answer to any of these questions is 'yes' then you probably need to build yourself a garden railway, and you certainly need to read this book! Peter Jones is one of the best-known names in the world of garden railways. In this highly illustrated book he guides you through the exciting world of model trains in your garden, from small-scale electric-powered locomotives to live-steam engines capable of carrying passengers, helping the reader to decide on what type of railway would be right, and passing on countless tips for the successful execution of the grand project.The only book you will need to guide you through the exciting world of model trains in your garden.Superbly illustrated with 365 colour photographs and illustrations.Peter Jones is one of the best-known names in the world of garden railways.

Author : Jack Verducci
Publisher : Kalmbach Media
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 16,33 MB
Release : 2010
Category : Railroads
ISBN : 9780890247198

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"The material in this book has previously appeared as articles in Garden Railway magazine"--T.p. verso.

Author : Kent J. Johnson
Publisher : Kalmbach Publishing, Co.
Page : 148 pages
File Size : 21,28 MB
Release : 2002
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780890243695

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This comprehensive collection of informative articles from Garden Railways magazine addresses the main topics of the hobby such as site considerations, developing a plan, landscaping, trackwork, power, and gardening.

Author : Charles Carson
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 118 pages
File Size : 45,92 MB
Release : 2015-05-15
Category :
ISBN : 9781511469968

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'One Man's Garden Railways' is a factual, sometimes humorous, account of a fifty year odyssey building and running ride-on garden railways. Over forty photographs and drawings illustrate the various topics covered. Links to YouTube videos further enhance the readers experience of this somewhat eccentric hobby. As well as an entertaining personal history, this book aims to show inexpensive ways the reader with some DIY skills can construct a ride-on railway in their own garden, however small. You too, could be sashaying through the garden shrubbery in the dusk of a summer's evening or transporting children on a 'Santa special' through a starry Christmas Eve landscape. This book can inspire and assist you to achieve your dream.

Author : Nancy Norris
Publisher : Kalmbach Media
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 10,89 MB
Release : 2011
Category : Bonsai
ISBN : 9780890247778

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Make your garden as great as your outdoor railroad! This comprehensive book covers designing and planning the railway garden, selecting plants, as well as mastering the special needs of miniature plants for considerations like hardiness zones, watering, fertilization, pruning, and controlling pests.

Author : Kevin Strong
Publisher : Kalmbach Media
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 11,6 MB
Release : 2013
Category : Backyard gardens
ISBN : 9780890248355

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Find all the fundamental building blocks you need to plan, build, and enjoy a successful backyard rail empire in Garden Railway Basics: From concept to construction to upkeep. Ten years of sage advice from Garden Railways magazine columnist Kevin Strong -- a lifelong modeler -- has been updated and compiled into one of the most comprehensive reference tools available. Learn how to: *

Author : Jack Verducci
Publisher : Kalmbach Publishing, Co.
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 38,53 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780890246443

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Increase your knowledge and skills with tips for designing, planning, and installing a layout; landscaping with natural materials; adding drama with structures, bridges, and trestles; and designing and installing water features.

Author : C. J. Freezer
Publisher : Haynes Publishing
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 36,75 MB
Release : 1995
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9781852604653

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A practical overview of the garden railway covering both the traditional raised system and the ground-level type. Chapters include: gauges and scales for the garden, surveying and setting out, electricity in the garden, planning the layout, civil engineering, track laying and live steam operation. Fully illustrated with photographs and specially produced diagrams. Filled with clear and precise, step-by-step instructions on how to complete the various modelling and construction processes.