1-48th Painted Lady - Assembly Manual Updated PDF

STEP : 1 Shell Painted Lady
Pieces needed
OR OR OR
BASE Roof Base
Tip: dry assemble all components before glueing to confirm

how pieces assemble. Most pieces have tabs to assist line up
First decide which option of open with inserts or closed sides or

combination of both you require.
Place base flat and assemble walls as photo, glue all walls except
angled wall to base and each other. Install Roof base to help line up
walls but do not glue at this stage.
Tip: I use Exterior PVA and masking tape for most

construction, But you can use any glue suitable for Mdf
Install angled wall next when main structure glue is dry, dry fit first
to check fit before glueing.
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Tip: dry assemble all components before glueing
STEP : 2 Interior to confirmhow pieces assemble. Test fit into Shell.
Pieces needed
Ground floor/Basement
First floor
Second floor
Ceiling
STEP : 3 Stairs
Pieces needed
Stack all lower stair pieces and glue together as per photo, use Interior
shell to line up to keep square but do not glue into shell at this time.
When dry sand outside face smooth. leave unglued until paint and
detail finished.
Assemble stairs as per photo, glue rails together and sit unglued in
Interior shell, glue treads starting at the bottom and working your way
up, keep an eye that all stay square to shell. When dry remove and sand
exterior face
If using solid handrails test fit and glue bottom 2 pieces to side of stairs.
Glue top 2 pieces together using shell for line up. Do not glue to interior
until walls and floors decorated.
Tip: Use a thin wash of Shellac to seal all Mdf from

moisture. More on F.A.Q. page.
Interior shell now is ready for decorating and dressing. Test fit interior
into exterior shell, It should slide in easily but without much slop.
STEP : 4 Front wall
Pieces needed
OR
Fit front step rails into front wall and base. Glue 2 sets of 2 sides
together, glue 1 set to side of rails, glue treads starting at the bottom.
glue 2nd set of sides to steps. Install Garage door behind front wall or
optional lower window flush with wall.
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Using file or sanding pad supplied sand both sets of sides at the same
time to get a smooth even finish to side handrails. When sanded fit 2
lower caps but leave
upper until later.
Start assembling bay windows from the top down in order from the parts
drawing above( top to bottom). Test fit pieces first before glueing to make
sure you’re happy with how it goes together. A firm fit and clean work
practices will result in a better model.
Continue down Bay windows until all pieces are fitted, Use clamps or
masking tape to hold together until glue has dried.
STEP : 5 Entrance
Pieces needed
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Glue entrance way sides to rear of entrance front, fit entrance feet and
slide up posts by a couple of mm’s, keep square and allow to dry, This can
be assembled in situ on the shell, but don't allow glue to stick to shell yet.
When entrance dry, slide feet down until tight against step side rails, put a
touch of glue between feet and posts, allow to dry. When dry entrance can
be removed to allow separate painting of house and entrance.
STEP : 6 Rear steps
Glue rear stair runners together and glue down treads as previously.
Make sure to keep all square, use rear wall of Int to line up
STEP : 7 Roof
Pieces needed
Remove the roof base from the Shell, if you have glued it, these steps
can be completed in place. Install centre spine and 3 triangle walls, fit
long roof panel followed by remaining roof panels. Install Square roof
panel for alignment but do not glue, as this will allow entry to top room.
Glue 3 pieces of barge board, small front and back, then fit assembly
in front of Gable wall
Allow glue to dry then refit roof to shell. Now is the time to seal with
Shellac and prime and paint before fitting windows and trim.
STEP : 8 Chimney
Pieces needed
2 x Dowel
Glue 5 pieces together to make chimney base, make sure to put holes
on top across as per photo, when dry sand then fit 2 x dowel to make
chimney flues.
Keep for later installation when roof painted.
Cut strips of printer paper 5mm wide and run

over roof hips. Not shown in photo but put where arrowed.
STEP : Base / Optional
Pieces needed 1 7
3 4 5 5 6
9
2
8 6
3
4 9 5 x2
Drawings above vary in height, dependant on which base number you

have,all base assemble in same way.
Glue frame base as per layout and photos.
Trim and Windows
Pieces needed
Tip: The trim sheet is backed before cutting with Jax double
sided adhesive sheet to allow easy sticking of clear Acetate
When exterior walls are painted and dry, windows and trim can be
installed. I prefer when all the walls are assembled but can be done
before walls are assembled but after painting.
Tip: I use PVA to install windows into holes.
If you intend to paint windows and trim, remove from sheet and using
masking tape in strips face up and held with another piece of tape down
at each end, on a piece of board stick all pieces onto masking tape.
Leave a little space around pieces so you can paint edges. Either
spray with rattle can or airbrush or gently paint by brush with your
choice of colour.
Remove protective cover from back.
place trim in position and press firmly into place. Jax paper needs
a bit of pressure for maximum sticking.
Remove acetate window from sheet by cutting taps. Remove backing

paper. Place acetate over bottom of double sash window. The bottom
rail is slightly larger than the top rail. All windows and acetate a upright
on there sheets. When acetate in place burnish down.
Tip: Burnish well from rear using hard flat tool. I use handle
of scalpel or Ice block stick.
Find matching top sash and install acetate as above. All windows are
standardised so not partically difficult to match up.
Using a brush paint some PVA glue around edge of hole, Insert
double frame first, followed by top sash. press in with end of brush
handle until both sash’s flush with front and rear of wall. This photo
clearly shows larger bottom rail. Wipe off any excess PVA with damp
clean brush and allow to dry. You can continue putting in more windows
as they dry.
When window sash’s a dry install frame and burnish down. You can also
put a drop of super glue around outside edge of frame if you want more
stick. Continue all windows in the same manor.
The front doors are done in a similar way, remove backing paper,
stick to acetate, remove backing from second doors and stick back to
back with first set
Tip: Burnish well from rear using hard flat tool. I use handle
of scalpel or Ice block stick.
Insert doors into hole with glue. You have 2 options for the look of your
front doors, using 1 side or the other.
Assemble hand rail from 3 pieces as per photo and install on house.
Finish installing windows and frames, fit garage door surround .
You will now have all windows and trim supplied fitted.

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STEP : 1 Shell Painted Lady

BASE Roof Base

Tip: dry assemble all components before glueing to confirm

First decide which option of open with inserts or closed sides or

Tip: I use Exterior PVA and masking tape for most

Tip: Use a thin wash of Shellac to seal all Mdf from

STEP : 6 Rear steps

Keep for later installation when roof painted.

Cut strips of printer paper 5mm wide and run

Drawings above vary in height, dependant on which base number you

Glue frame base as per layout and photos.

Tip: I use PVA to install windows into holes.

Remove acetate window from sheet by cutting taps. Remove backing

Finish installing windows and frames, fit garage door surround .

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