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Reply to "Help with light weight ballast"

In response to Pete's interest in the lightweight ballast from Scenic Express, I took some photos to compare it in looks and weight to 2 other common products: Brennan's Ballast and kitty litter.  See photos.  I also used a sensitive kitchen scale to compare the weights of identical portions of the material (see cup on top of the container from Scenic Express). 

As you can see, although the appearance of the material is quite similar, the weight difference is considerable.  I will also note, that no where on the container from Scenic Express is there a warning for nut allergy. The warning appears in red on the website for the product. At first, I thought I ordered regular stone aggregate by mistake, but confirmed the product was correct.  I will add the product does not feel anything like nutshells; comparable to the stones.

This is my first try at ballasting. As with other first attempts with just about any scenery I've done, I'll do some practice runs. For this, I'll use with spare track.  Will also try a light weight filler (sawdust?) then the Scenic Express product on top. 

Hope this is informative. Enjoy!

Michael

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