Archives for: May 2010, 31

Baslow Ranch - Barn - Interior details

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I covered the interior roof panels with the 3/4" siding used for the walls, only cut in half lengthwise.  Here are the pieces after the wash, just before putting weights on them to dry.  You can see how the siding would lift and create gaps.  Once presse… more »

Baslow Ranch - Landscaping

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I mounted the structure on a 20" x 28" piece of 1/2" plywood and sealed it with a base coat of beige house paint I had on hand. more »

Baslow Ranch - Exterior details

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The doors and windows provided with the original kit offered some nice details but I wanted to go a step further.  I found an image of a fraternity house in the ghost town of Elkhorn, Montana that had some very nice lines on the front.  I used cardboard… more »

Baslow Ranch - Tin Roof

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My initial idea for the roof was corrugated cardboard painted to simulate tin since I've seen that done before with good results, but I found two items that allowed me to go for an even more durable finish.  The first was a pack of 12 metal sheets with a… more »