Harpo said:I've been thru this dilemma myself...should I build at 30"? or 36" or 42" or 48" or what? Each has advantages and disadvantages.The closer the layout is to table height, the easier it is to build and work on from a comfortable seated position. But I've discovered that I get the most realistic view from nearly eyeball level. Placing the layout at a higher level allows for much workspace, benchspace, storage below. Unfortunately this means a normal comfortable working chair no longer works for railroad running. I've found that I can work pretty comfortably at the 48in height if I use a tall barstool for running and scenic-ing., and for those wishing to stand it is still at an acceptable viewing level. ...I just had another brainstorm. Since I am using hollow door bases, I essentially have my own bizzare modular setup..hmm...I could have a temporary lower workspace for scenery work. have to think about that some more.. anyway, that's my 2 cents, and I think it works for me.
Harpo
You could buy a couple of the lightweight plastic saw horses to put you door on. Then complete all of the trackwork, wiring, & scenery on the saw horses. Once the work is done, have someone assist you in putting the door up on top of the Ivar book shelf units. When you complete the second door, & put it up on the shelf unit, then tie them together with some metal plates from your local home supply store, & install joiner tracks and blend the scenery. You will have a little work to do from a stool, but most of the work on the railroad can be completed from a chair.