Coroplast scale buildings

[Supermario]

As many may know I've been posting pictures of the scale buildings I've made on my construction site thread. I figured it was time to share here in this section so all could see and maybe get a few ideas and inspiration from it.
The material of choice is Coroplast which is what I like to call, plastic cardboard. Available from Home Depot in 4'X8' sheets. Light but strong, easy to cut , weather proof, cheap.
So with glue gun in hand , utility knife and some wood strips from a arts n crafts store, the building began

First building was the 2 bay garage.

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And a video tour..... http://youtu.be/ZyNf_ni-qqo

[Supermario]

Next up to build was a house. I want to make a few homes to create a small neighbourhood. Problem was, although I plan on leaving these buildings outdoors for the summer I still need to bring in the house for winter and all these buildings will take a lot of space:eek:. The other thing is wanting to be able to bring my buildings to our club RC shows that we travel to and once again, space is an issue.
So, thanks to this Coroplast boards I had an idea about how to make a building that could be assembled and then disassembled and stored flat.

All started like this....

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All one piece and became this....

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The corner piece I made using same material and a glue gun to secure the top corner where the panels meet.

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Making the front steps....

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And a video showing ease of assembly....... http://youtu.be/XvXt94oCL5Q

[Supermario]

Latest building is a 3 storey, started as a apartment but turned into a office building. My RC trucking company needs a head office right? :lol:

Just like the house, one piece and using 1/8 wooden dowels to secure to the base. Still easy to assemble, just a little more awkward than the house but it is much larger. Still lots to do but figured I'd share where it's at right now.
I used the same type of fabric that covers the garage but I didn't want it to look the same color so I gave it a skim paint job with some of that textured brown paint in a spray can. I'm ok with the results for now..... Worst case scenario, it's only spray adhesive holding it on and can probably peel off and try something else if need be.

Anyway, here it is with all its freaking windows! :eek: no idea why I put so many:confused: I have to individually size and cut each and every window trim to fit:eek:. Oh well, labour of love anyway. :lol:

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[up9018]

That is a pretty cool idea. Stuff is way lighter than plywood and would make some great buildings to move to a show.

[blitzk]

They look great Mario. You did a fantastic job!!!

[Stuff]

wow that looks super easy!

[Supermario]

That is a pretty cool idea. Stuff is way lighter than plywood and would make some great buildings to move to a show.

Yes. Light but fairly strong and no dust or special tooling to worry about. :D

They look great Mario. You did a fantastic job!!!

Thanks bud, appreciate it.:cool:

wow that looks super easy!

I'm no expert carpenter but this was super easy to work with and build. Made the house in a couple nights.
Haven't done any wind tests but confident it's snug on the dowels and handle a good breeze..... Now the open spaces of Estevan on the other hand...not sure:rolleyes::lol:. Besides, who plays in 40mph winds anyway. :lol:

[Supermario]

The only tricky part is cutting the fold points. Because of the size of building I had to use the 8' length of the sheet, same direction the ribs run to make it all one piece. Could build in sections for larger stuff but I like the solid feel of one continuous piece.
Anyway, this all means the fold cuts are across the grain of the sheet. So I mark the distance I want, then make a mark 5mm on each side of that line.carefully cut through just one layer and then trim each individual rib off. After you cut a few and have something to grab onto its easy going. Pulling up on the scrap piece as you just touch with a knife and it cuts clean off. Trick is to get as close to the outer layer so it will fold easy but not cut through the outer layer.

I didn't take the time to cut close in these pics And the fold is a little stubborn till I trimmed. Smaller buildings none of this is an issue as following the ribs makes life easy like the stairs were to make.

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[Supermario]

Office building is pretty much done except for front steps and interior lighting. Roof is on, window trim done, so I figured.....time for the first family photo! :D:lol:

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[mcl fabrication]

Real nice work Mario. And throw a facer and soffit on the little gray house.

[Bo Wallen]

Great high-rise Mr Builder :cool: Who are you going to handcuff....:cop:

[Supermario]

Real nice work Mario. And throw a facer and soffit on the little gray house.

Thank you, glad you like:) I plan on putting facer but waiting for arts n crafts store to get some more basswood in stock! It seems I've cleaned them out lately.:rolleyes::lol:

Great high-rise Mr Builder :cool: Who are you going to handcuff....:cop:

Something tells me I'm going to have a hard time explaining pink plastic hand cuffs so I'll just say..... Didn't name our RC company S&M for nothing! :eek::lol::lol:

Always check pictures before posting :cop::lol:

[Supermario]

Office building gets remote controlled lights using a IR system. :)
All self contained in the roof and still maintains a flat pack storage when disassembled.

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[RCP57]

You need to make some shadows of people doing "stuff" in the widows. You know, after hours paperwork...lol Bo needs entertainment when he's camping in your backyard this summer.:rolleyes:

[Bo Wallen]

You need to make some shadows of people doing "stuff" in the widows. You know, after hours paperwork...lol Bo needs entertainment when he's camping in your backyard this summer.:rolleyes:

Yeah i sure do.......and i like red velvet curtains too..........:D

[NYHowie]

awesome builds, great idea!

[bigford]

reg you going to make the S&M party in august ??

[Bo Wallen]

I think he must do............it's going to be gnarly good :p

[Supermario]

You need to make some shadows of people doing "stuff" in the widows. You know, after hours paperwork...lol Bo needs entertainment when he's camping in your backyard this summer.:rolleyes:

That's a great idea! Not sure if I can pull it off but definitely going to give it a try. :D

im so excited the east boys are coming, sure would be nice if some friends from the west could make it. :)

[Supermario]

awesome builds, great idea!

Thanks NYhowie I appreciate it.:cool:

[Supermario]

Next up on the build list...... One of these.:)


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[Supermario]

Ok, not quite like the reference pic but hey, not bad for a one nighter build. :)
Only had red pin striping, not sure if I'm going to paint the roof grey or leave it white?:confused: just needs stairs and lights and another one done! :D

My 8'X20' job site trailer....:)


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[RCP57]

Man, you are knocking these out my friend! I really like this one! Now you need another truck to haul it around!

[Supermario]

Man, you are knocking these out my friend! I really like this one! Now you need another truck to haul it around!

I'm on a roll! Don't stop me now! :D

Another great idea Reg ! Guess I have to make another one for cargo and incorporate some lift points for the crane..:cool:

never thought of that when I made this one with a 3ft skirting. Oh well, more the merrier.


Painted the roof and I think looks better than white. Made some steps tonight. Was trying to think of what to use for round hand railings when suddenly remembered something I got at the dollar store awhile back. :D
Just needs a coat of paint and should look good.....from 20ft away. :lol:

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[Supermario]

Final update on the worksite trailer. That's it for awhile, 4 buildings in the last 2 months :eek: time to get back to work on maintenance and upgrades on the trucks and equipment before spring arrives! :cop:


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[Mikem]

Looks great Mario

[Bo Wallen]

I will Report to the office........:cool:

[frizzen]

I really like that worksite construction office, what are the dimentions on it?

[Supermario]

Looks great Mario

Thanks Mike.:)

I will Report to the office........:cool:

Something tells me your use to reporting to the office Bo. :rolleyes::lol:

I really like that worksite construction office, what are the dimentions on it?

Thanks Frizzen. ATCO makes all kinds of sizes but I was limited to the 4ft width of a sheet ( wanted the ribs to be vertical and all one piece) but still created a scale size. It measures out to 7" wide , 17" long and 9.5" tall. So , about 8' X 20' X 11'. :)

[Supermario]

i just had an idea tonight for making another look to my future scale buildings and it works so well I just had to share!

Using nothing but a light diffuser from a fluorescent light fixture I trimmed the ribs to make a brick pattern, layed on top the Coroplast and sprayed.

Here's what the very first test pieces look like. So easy and can use same template over and over. :). This kinda puts me back in a building mood.:bounce:

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[RCP57]

Pink Floyd?

[Bo Wallen]

Smart idea Builder Floyd.....:lol:

[TRUCKMAKER]

Pink Floyd?

I'm getting slow in my older age, I actually had to think about that for a minute then it hit me like a brick wall :lol::lol:

[Supermario]

I'm getting slow in my older age, I actually had to think about that for a minute then it hit me like a brick wall :lol::lol:

You must have been comfortably numb. :D;)

[TRUCKMAKER]

Or Marooned!

[bigford]

you are to cool for school!!!

[TRUCKMAKER]

Alice and I have been out of school for a long time!

[Supermario]

Such a teenage lament. :D:lol:

[TRUCKMAKER]

Yeah you know, when your eighteen:rolleyes:

[Supermario]

No pain , no gain..... Making myself a nice large template for the brick look template.Time spent now will pay for many paint jobs going forward.
I'm going cross eyed cutting and looking at it but getting there. :lol:

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[TRUCKMAKER]

You know your going to need a LARGE parking area around that building, I'm sure it'll have good eats and all the truckers will be stopping. :bounce::bounce::cool::D

[bigford]

You Sir are a madman!!!!

[Bo Wallen]

Great job Mario.........by the way I like ICE-CREAM and Pancakes........:bounce:

[Supermario]

You Sir are a madman!!!!

I have to agree Mark. Crazy enough to take the time and do all that cutting but no patience when it comes to painting. Strong winds today but I couldn't wait and painted the deli. I also need to do a better job of applying downforce on the grill to have consistent crisp lines. Oh well, lesson learned and besides, it gives it a weathered older look.:rolleyes::lol:
Still got lights to do and a few more details but consider this another building built! :D
This one also completely dis assembles but instead of one piece with folds, each wall is a section. Still sturdy and I think I'll keep making them this way. Easier and faster to do.

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[bigford]

will the deli be open by august?

[Bo Wallen]

Pure Artwork Mario !!! I'm Hungry................Now !

[RCP57]

Better post the hours of operation and weekly specials! Awesome building! My favorite so far.

[mcl fabrication]

Great job on the pointing of the bricks. Is there any sub-divisions available for lease or sale. :D

[Supermario]

Great job on the pointing of the bricks. Is there any sub-divisions available for lease or sale. :D

As a matter of fact there's a large parcel of land will be opening up soon:bounce: 12X20 tarp garage will be removed to make room for more RC zoning.:D
I've also acquired a "temporary road permit" from the lady in charge and can add some more roads in the yard for the show.:D

I'm OCD and the bricks just had to be right. :lol:

[Supermario]

Better post the hours of operation and weekly specials! Awesome building! My favorite so far.

Well Reg my friend. If you liked that building your gonna love the one I whipped up today.:)
Talking with Mark lastnight he said something that inspired me to build this especially for you. Although you can't make it to the show, you'll be with us now.:D. I was thinking of placing it right next to the steel plant but then I thought....this is Reg, I think he will like this spot instead.:lol::lol:

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Definitely my best results yet and the funny part, I built , start to finish, just over 3 hours! Painting time and drying in the sun included:D:D:lol:

[Bo Wallen]

Get you some of that Reg.

[RCP57]

Hahaha that's f#ckin awesome! Is that my birthday present a day late? The wife and I have been talking about adding on to the shop. This is probably as close as I will get the way things have been going lately.lol I love how you put me out in the bush too. Make sure you have a gravel road to my shop. No pavement here unfortunately.

I feel the love for sure....

[RCP57]

Just thinkin, are the bars on the window to keep thieves out or me in?:confused::rolleyes:

[bigford]

looking good mario.

[Supermario]

Just thinkin, are the bars on the window to keep thieves out or me in?:confused::rolleyes:

Mark suggested no windows at all.:lol: I thought of the mesh and knew I had to put atleast one window.
Might add a stove pipe and stuff yet.:D and not to worry, the area has been zoned as Foxville provincial park land.:p:lol:

[RCP57]

Haha, my real shop doesn't have any windows. That way I can't tell if it's day or night when I'm in there.lol

[Supermario]

Dwayne ( 1985kenworth ) has these sidewalk signs and says available at the dollar store. I really need a couple of these for the deli! :bounce:

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[bigford]

you want the sign to say mechanic on duty at a deli??? what's going up there???

[Bo Wallen]

I'll be there to pick up tomorrow. it's a cool idea. How many do you want Mario ?

[Northern Farmer]

Hahaha Reg has his own building in Mario's yard! Awesome job

[RCP57]

I'll have to build some micro dump boxes to put on the shelves.lol

[TRUCKMAKER]

Those would be about Z scale? :lol::lol::D

[Bo Wallen]

No worries Reg..........I know you got one of this gadgets laying around somewhere..............
https://c1.staticflickr.com/8/7452/27412991680_88c9375e57_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/HLoKnA)ShrinkRay (https://flic.kr/p/HLoKnA) by Bo Wallen (https://www.flickr.com/photos/47955920@N04/), on Flickr

:lol:

[Supermario]

You know your going to need a LARGE parking area around that building, I'm sure it'll have good eats and all the truckers will be stopping. :bounce::bounce::cool::D

Parking available all around! :D

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Tar paper is temporary and just to minimize rain storm splash back. So also did this. Outdoor carpet for lawn and splash protection. :lol:

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[Supermario]

And to make it a little more official or proper looking..... Welcome RCPs metal works to Foxville Canada. The town approved your application for a secondary road access. :lol::D

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[RCP57]

Nice Mario! Make sure you build a miniature MX track too!lol

[Supermario]

Nice Mario! Make sure you build a miniature MX track too!lol

I don't know Reg. I've been called a suck up already for making the building and if I did make a track people are gonna wonder.:lol::lol::lol:
It did cross my mind btw. :lol:

[RCP57]

What? Suck up? That's just crazy talk:rolleyes:. I look at it this way, you have the very first RCP's dump box ever sold and now you have the very first satellite shop. That has to guarantee pricing specials. Normal price plus tax because we both live in Canada! Justin needs that 12% extra!:eek:

In all seriousness though, I do think the building and setting are pretty cool. I was looking at the pictures yesterday and imagining the "mini compound" under the trees with some matchbox or hotwheels trucks running the roads.lol

On a full scale Foxville related note, DO NOT DIG A POND! Mine has become a heaven for mosquito's! There are so many that when the wind dies down they fly around and come in the door on the shop 150' away. I have been killing them constantly while working and it's driving me more mad! It may turn into a dry lake bed or a crater soon if this keeps up!

[Supermario]

Thanks Reg. And ya, a pond is not a good idea for sure. Bugs are bad enough in my yard but I can't wait for them to die off, August is coming and need to get things done now.
Hence my post showing loading dock #2 is resurfaced with a couple sheets of black Coroplast along with the other dock. No more weather issues:bounce:this will last along time:)

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[jack van]

What? Suck up? That's just crazy talk:rolleyes:. I look at it this way, you have the very first RCP's dump box ever sold and now you have the very first satellite shop. That has to guarantee pricing specials. Normal price plus tax because we both live in Canada! Justin needs that 12% extra!:eek:

In all seriousness though, I do think the building and setting are pretty cool. I was looking at the pictures yesterday and imagining the "mini compound" under the trees with some matchbox or hotwheels trucks running the roads.lol

On a full scale Foxville related note, DO NOT DIG A POND! Mine has become a heaven for mosquito's! There are so many that when the wind dies down they fly around and come in the door on the shop 150' away. I have been killing them constantly while working and it's driving me more mad! It may turn into a dry lake bed or a crater soon if this keeps up!

there is stuff you can get for the water in the pond it will stop the bugs not to sure but maybe viniger might work or bleach in small amount

[Supermario]

Ok, there's not much Coroplast in this building but I think the new dock is enough to qualify and it is a scale building of sorts.:lol:
I'm calling this to do project done! heres a couple pics showing my idea of using this as a loading area. if all works out I want to make a way that the crane can load and unload pipes off trailers all hands free. Lots of cargo to build yet but saving that for rainy days. Today's beautiful so took the time to complete the factory and scratch it off the to do list:D:bounce:

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And here is the finished product. Using styrofoam blocks I had lying around as skirting for the dock and a quick spray of paint all around to try and bring it all together.

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[Trucker Al]

Very nice, I like it !!

[Doggy]

Wow, now thats a big plant!:eek: Great job!
No you need to make scale mob protesting to shut it down as its polluting too much:D:D

[Supermario]

Very nice, I like it !!

Thanks bud, glad you like :)

Wow, now thats a big plant!:eek: Great job!
No you need to make scale mob protesting to shut it down as its polluting too much:D:D

Thank you , I like your idea and it's very real in this day and age. What's also real is the steel plant in my city is for sale at the moment so I figure I should make a few for sale signs. :lol:

I can still make a mob because they'll be protesting if the plant shuts down:eek::cop:


Today's project was figure out a way to use a digital scale at the weigh station and be able to install and remove easily when not in use.
once again, nothing fancy and just trying to make things outdoor friendly. I've seen some guys build amazing looking scales and this ain't one of them.:lol:
But it works! Using a slim line scale off eBay for dirt cheap, I cut the display out, lengthened the wires to be able to mount on some posts. Tin plate for scale to sit on, another tin plate that straddles the two sections of 1/2 plywood and then lay the shingle roll back down. Can't weigh entire truck and trailer in one shot but can do axles so I'm happy with that and should be fun to use.

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[Just_Build_It]

Thanks for sharing your pictures. I thought I was going to be needing a ton of wood to start construction on buildings for the backyard city I'm going to make. The material you use is exactly what I need to easily move and safely store when the weather gets bad here in Florida! I'm currently working with solar panels to power the LED's instead of battery power. This thread is a great stepping stone for new ideas. ��

[Supermario]

Thanks for sharing your pictures. I thought I was going to be needing a ton of wood to start construction on buildings for the backyard city I'm going to make. The material you use is exactly what I need to easily move and safely store when the weather gets bad here in Florida! I'm currently working with solar panels to power the LED's instead of battery power. This thread is a great stepping stone for new ideas. ��

Thank you very much and well said, that was my exact intention in making this thread was to share and inspire new ideas and ways of building:cool:

The solar power is a great idea but for me not sure if it would work due to all the shade all day long?

[Just_Build_It]

That's the downside to solar when the sun isn't always available. Luckily for me, sunshine isn't an issue. Preserving the energy with rechargeable batteries, I'll probably have to incorporate motion sensors and timers now that you brought it to my attention.