1:700 KM Bismarck Wooden Deck w/Masking Sheet & PE for Meng Model PS003

Veneer deck, masking sheet and etch for Bismarck in 1:700 scale

According to the name, the combined Artwox Model package contains an adhesive wooden deck, a masking sheet and photo-etched parts, all cut for the Meng PS003 kit. It is not a ship kit. The veneer is glued onto the finished plastic deck part and replaces the engraved imitation of planking.

A large surface needs a different procedure

This subject is one of the ships with a long uninterrupted deck, and that is exactly where the most common problem arises, namely air bubbles and waves. On a short section the veneer settles by itself; on a long one it does not. It therefore pays to divide the surface up and glue it in stages rather than lay it down all at once and hope that it settles flat.

Laying tips

The base has to be flat and degreased. Take the protective film off only on the first couple of centimeters from the center, set the veneer down along the centerline and uncover it further step by step. Press it down with a soft cloth over your finger or with a small roller and work the pressure from the centerline out to the sides, which drives the air out. If a bubble appears all the same, pierce it with the tip of a knife and press the surface down; patching it over is not worth it. We recommend sealing the finished deck with a matte varnish, which protects the veneer from the grease on your hands during the rest of the build.

Who the set is for

• Builders of large ship models in 1:700 scale
• Modelers who want to set the deck apart by material, not just by color
• Those building exactly the kit the set is cut for
• Those who want a package with the deck, the mask and the etch together

An accessory for a model, not a kit. The model, paints and glue are not included in the package. Check the match with your kit before you buy.