How to flock terrain boards?

[Charlie_]

Thanks, I'm quite pleased with the first results. I have ordered loads of different flocks and static grass to experiment with and will add photos of these as I try them out. They are still a little too green for me at the moment, so I am hoping that by adding some lighter colours it will give a slightly drier look.

Yes, I think it will look even better with a lighter, dryer grass.

I also wonder if it might benefit from larger patches of grass - less little spots, more a few random larger areas? If that makes sense. Though that's just me. And of course, remember you can always remove flock with a stiff brush if you are worried about putting too much on.

However you choose to do it though it looks fantastic!

[Codsticker]

I also wonder if it might benefit from larger patches of grass - less little spots, more a few random larger areas?

I would agree with this. 

[David H]

I also wonder if it might benefit from larger patches of grass - less little spots, more a few random larger areas?

You are probably right - I took a cautious approach and applied it selectively whilst I messed with the colour mix and how to apply it. Once I receive the rest of my flock and grass I'll add more variety and fill in a lot of the bare patches. Ideally I'm looking for a Spain/Portugal spring going into summer look, and too much green would not achieve this.

I'll post updates once I receive the new flock.

The good news is that my shed roof appears to be watertight  so I can go ahead and insulate in readiness for winter. All I need then is an opponent, but not sure thats possible under current conditions.

[David H]

I now have 2 new boards ready for flocking.

The first is a generic cultivated area with some rough tracks running around them, and the second is half a hill with a rocky outcrop, rock fall and scree still to be added.

These boards should give me an opportunity to try out a variety of different flocks and grass.

[Vagabond]

They are looking very nice.

I used Jeff's mix do to three different projects over a couple of years and each one looks different because of the different amount of each colour I put on each time, so I would suggest you keep a note of that so you can replicate it in the future.

[Charlie_]

I now have 2 new boards ready for flocking.

The first is a generic cultivated area with some rough tracks running around them, and the second is half a hill with a rocky outcrop, rock fall and scree still to be added.

These boards should give me an opportunity to try out a variety of different flocks and grass.

Wow, that looks seriously good!

[David H]

They are looking very nice.

I used Jeff's mix do to three different projects over a couple of years and each one looks different because of the different amount of each colour I put on each time, so I would suggest you keep a note of that so you can replicate it in the future.

Thanks, and good point. I have the recipe listed in my painting note book.

[David H]

Wow, that looks seriously good!

Thanks Charlie - I'm awaiting a new static grass applicator, until then I'm prepping a few more boards. I probably need to start a separate topic for these.

[David H]

I came across this tutorial last night. Its an excellent step by step for flocking a mat, and is just as applicable to terrain boards.

Its probably been referenced on LAF before, but its worth linking again.

https://www.fantasticlegions.com/grass-gaming-mat

[David H]

Well, its been nearly a year since I last posted on this topic, but finally I am nearly finished!
I eventually went down the Perry twins route, using basket liners to represent clumpy grass, and think it looks OK whilst still remaining functional.
There is still a lot of detailing to do, and lots of clumps to plant, but it is now usable.

Thanks to all who gave advice on this, its been fun to do and I have plans for a few more boards, in due course. For now its back to figure painting so I can use the table.

[OSHIROmodels]

Looks great 

[DintheDin]

This is a fine job, many congrats!!!

[David H]

This is a fine job, many congrats!!!

Thanks, I'm happy with it, and looking forward to getting a few games played now.

Looks great 

Thanks. Its not quite the look I intended originally, but will suit the periods I play.

[has.been]

Nice to get it up to playing status. Well done.

[Cat]

That looks great!
 
Has anyone found a similar sisal & jute liner roll in the US?

The closest I've found here is coir & latex, but I'm afraid the coconut husk strands will decompose over time.
https://www.kinsmangarden.com/product/Small-Coco-Fiber-Roll