Gluing static grass

[Si Benson]

Wondering what glue you guys are using/would recommend when using static grass?

[scottie3158]

Si
I use diluted PVA with a few drops of washing up liquid in it to help it flow on the base. This can be brushed or applied via a dropper.

[The Smythe Meister]

Tried different methods for years mate...
Never cracked it really,I'll be looking out for any tips or methods that you'll think of/receive

[Andy T]

If I'm using a static applicator I'll apply neat pva to the surface then sprinkle the grass on top, usually working in random patches rather than a full spread over the whole area, to give a "tufty" look rather than a perfect bowling green.

[Lee Drennen]

I paint the base with a earth color then apply it that way you can get a underneath dirt look. When the paint dries the grass should stay. Here’s a example

[Si Benson]

Si
I use diluted PVA with a few drops of washing up liquid in it to help it flow on the base. This can be brushed or applied via a dropper.

I would never of thought to use Squishy up liquid with it or to thin it Down. I’ll definitely have to try that :thumb2:
Do you have a PVA of choice?

[Si Benson]

Tried different methods for years mate...
Never cracked it really,I'll be looking out for any tips or methods that you'll think of/receive :smiling3:

I remember your Jagdpanther (?) with the blown track ( I hope that’s right) and the torn up grass…..looked good if indeed it was your/s and I’m not just loosing my marbles :smiling5:


My attempts are never really convincing. I built myself an applicator thingy and Everything. :thinking:

[Si Benson]

If I'm using a static applicator I'll apply neat pva to the surface then sprinkle the grass on top, usually working in random patches rather than a full spread over the whole area, to give a "tufty" look rather than a perfect bowling green.

This is a good point, maybe I shouldn’t look at my lawn for inspiration!

[Si Benson]

I paint the base with a earth color then apply it that way you can get a underneath dirt look. When the paint dries the grass should stay. Here’s a example [ATTACH]492722[/ATTACH][ATTACH]492723[/ATTACH][ATTACH]492724[/ATTACH][ATTACH]492725[/ATTACH]

Beautiful layout Lee, my teenage son is pestering me to put a double O layout in the attic (not sure of scale compared to US scales ?) and I’m trying to convince him to go N gauge and have in his room instead…..hoping I can get his agreement as it will be less jobs for me

So are you saying zero glue….just paint to retain it?

[The Smythe Meister]

I remember your Jagdpanther (?) with the blown track ( I hope that’s right) and the torn up grass…..looked good if indeed it was your/s and I’m not just loosing my marbles :smiling5:


My attempts are never really convincing. I built myself an applicator thingy and Everything. :thinking:

Blimey mate, you've got a good memory!!
Yes, indeed that was my wrecked Jagdpanther,way back then!:hugging-face:
It's still one of my favourite builds if I'm honest,thank you for remembering it!:thumb2:

[Tim Marlow]

Dilute PVA here as well. If you are using an applicator don’t forget to put one pole in the glued area so the charge can build up….I usually push a pin into the surface and use a crocodile clip on the wire to attach it.

[JR]

Si, have a look at Luke Towan on UTube.

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Here he discusses the use of both the PVA and the washing up liquid being added .

[Si Benson]

Blimey mate, you've got a good memory!!
Yes, indeed that was my wrecked Jagdpanther,way back then!:hugging-face:
It's still one of my favourite builds if I'm honest,thank you for remembering it!:thumb2:

Be good to see it again :smiling4:

[Si Benson]

Dilute PVA here as well. If you are using an applicator don’t forget to put one pole in the glued area so the charge can build up….I usually push a pin into the surface and use a crocodile clip on the wire to attach it.

My logic was that thicker glue would hold the grass better, but it seems diluted is the way to go.

[Si Benson]

Si, have a look at Luke Towan on UTube.

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Here he discusses the use of both the PVA and the washing up liquid being added .

Evening mate, hope all is well at Race towers?

Now this is an extremely handy result as I actually have a pot of modge podge at the back of the cupboard for ages!

Thanks very much for finding that video:thumb2: