The Walthers Cornerstone Icehouse and Icing Platform model kit takes you back to the golden era of railroading. From the 1880s to the 1970s, ice - cooled reefers were a key part of transporting meat and produce. Railroads set up ice houses and platforms every 250 - 300 miles to supply ice for these refrigerated cars. This kit features a detailed icehouse modeled after a prototype in Antigo, Wisconsin, and a modular icing platform from a Pacific Fruit Express design. It comes with plenty of add - on details like an optional platform roof (to shade ice in warm areas), roof vents, and 24 ice blocks. The plastic parts are molded in color, making assembly easy, and complete instructions are provided. The kit measures 9 - 7/8 x 3 - 3/4 inches (25 x 9.5 cm). It's one of the great N Scale industrial structures in the Cornerstone collection. Key features include a prototypical wooden icehouse, an icing platform with an optional canopy, and parts molded in appropriate colors.

Using this Walthers Cornerstone Ice House and Icing Platform model kit is a breeze. First, carefully take out all the plastic parts from the package. Since they are molded in color, you don't need to paint them. Just follow the provided instructions step - by - step to assemble the icehouse and the icing platform. You can choose to add the optional platform roof if you're creating a scene in a warm area. Place the 24 ice blocks where you like to make the model look more realistic. When it comes to maintenance, keep the model away from direct sunlight and high - humidity areas to prevent the plastic from warping. If it gets dirty, use a soft, dry cloth to gently wipe it clean. Avoid using harsh chemicals as they may damage the colors of the molded parts. Have fun building and displaying your railroad scene with this great kit!