Deck

You can work with the deck in a variety of ways, depending on how detailed you wish your model to be. You can varnish th edeck and use as it is. Alternatively, you can varnish the deck and use a sharp pencil to deepen the lines, thereby indicating deck planks. You can also glue thin strips between the thick lines on the deck and press thin rigging thread between the strips, thereby simulating caulking (Fig. 1). The varnish or paint the deck.

For the best results, assemble and paint cabin skylights, companionways, etc. before positioning these on the model.

It is a good idea to wash all plastic fittings with detergent before painting. This removes any grease from the surface.

Bending strips to shape can be made easier by moistening the strip and bending it over a candle flame.