Model Railroad Hobbyist | December 2015 | #70 MRH Q-A-T column compiled by Joe Brugger Questions and Answers Lettering wear Q. I’d like to weather my model, but would like to achieve a faded look with the numbers before I do. Any techniques and experiences by forum members will be appreciated. —Deemiorgos A. There are as many ways to fade lettering as there are projects and model builders. Decal lettering will generally be more frag- ile than painted lettering. Engineer: I’m using some scrubbing powder for this effect, sometimes dry, sometimes with water. It’s based on pumice powder. My attempt with a fiberglass brush scratched the sur- face too easily. Graeme Nitz: Try a glass fiber brush. Use a light touch and work carefully! See Micro-Mark or all-spec.com/products/267. html?gclid=CN-r_86hy8cCFZU2aQod_fgAqw. XX MRH QUESTIONS, ANSWERS, AND TIPS MRHMAG.COM • TABLE OF CONTENTS • INDEX