| Many people find that working with model trains is a | | | | paying attention to where different scenery and details |
| very enjoyable pastime. It is a great way to spend | | | | will be, so you will not disturb them if you ever need to |
| time with your children or grandchildren. If you have a | | | | move your table. Screwing section together rather |
| group of friends who also enjoy trains what better | | | | than nailing will make things easier to take apart to |
| way to spend time together than with the train tracks | | | | transport. |
| you have developed yourself. You probably already | | | | An L-girder system is the most common choice for |
| know that the model train table you choose to use is a | | | | making your model train table. It can be easily adapted |
| very important part of how successful your train | | | | to fit your specific dimensions and patterns for your |
| operation will be. That is why many train enthusiasts | | | | towns that you create. Some areas of your track will |
| have chosen to build their own table. If you do not | | | | need more support than others. This system makes it |
| know how to start this project you can find all of the | | | | easy to accommodate this need. The L-girder system |
| information you need online. | | | | is strong and affordable. Girders, cross braces and |
| Putting your train system on a table instead of a piece | | | | joists make up this system. Make sure you cut any |
| of plywood where you will have direct access to the | | | | openings you want on your table before placing your |
| areas you need not only from the top of the table but | | | | track. Also make sure your legs are at least 28 inches |
| also from underneath. That is one of the biggest | | | | high to avoid having to stoop so low while working on |
| advantages of making your own model train table. | | | | your model train table. The legs can also be custom |
| Choosing the proper wood that will not easily warp is | | | | made to support more weight if needed. So now there |
| number one. Then making your table into sections; | | | | are no excuses for starting your new hobby today! |