This seems as good a place as any for a question.
I too have a pile of the Bachman Scenescapes trees (which are a great buy for the price, though they're a slightly prone to tangling/shedding) and was wondering: What is the easiest way to apply a thin coat of trunk-like texure on the smooth, bland surfaces they offer.
I actually purchased a roll of Noch special paper that has a thick bark-like texture, but using it would involve tearing small strips and carefully gluing it to each tree trunk before painting, so I've held off finishing my tree collection for a good long while. If there's a better solution (i.e. one that can be applied with a brush or sponge), that might be a lot easier and quicker.
Suggestions?