What are Model Grass Strips?

Model grass strips are sets of 12 cm long fibers, created to facilitate the placement of vegetation on bases, models, and dioramas while giving a touch of realism to the project. They are self-adhesive, so it is very simple and quick to add them to any surface to simulate very effectively the flora of a landscape, making it more vivid and convincing.

Their adhesive is strong, although, in case of an irregular surface, it is recommended to add a little modeling glue, which will also increase the longevity of their adhesion.

How are model grass strips used?

The use of these strips is very simple and you only need a few minutes to place it on your project. You can follow these steps:

1. Surface preparation. Make sure the surface where you are going to place them is clean, dry, free of dust or grease, and, as far as possible, free of imperfections.
2. Cut to size. Depending on the requirements of your project, you will either use the strips in their entirety or you will need to cut them to size so that they fit perfectly in the space you have reserved for them. If desired, divide the strip to fit the space with one of our cutting tools.
3. Gluing. Remove the protective paper from the adhesive and press the turf firmly onto the surface for a few seconds. You can add glue if there are irregularities in the area or you simply want to ensure that it stays attached for a longer period of time.
4. Additional details. You can combine them with other elements such as flowers, shrubs tufts, trees, or rocks to create more complex and realistic landscapes.

Advantages of using

There are many advantages that this product brings to the process of making a model, starting with time savings. These model turfs avoid the use of other techniques to apply individual fibers such as a grass flock applicator box or laying a long row of grass tufts to achieve a large strip. In fact, this product measures 12 mm, but you can connect strips together if you need a longer length. On the other hand, you can also cut them using a craft knife.

Another of its advantages is given by its adhesive, since it is not necessary to use glue to place them on your scenery, just remove the safety paper to expose the glue, and place it on the desired surface. In addition, the material in which they are made makes them malleable, being able to adapt them to your environments and place them straight or forming slight curves.

Its design is so realistic that it will help you simulate landscapes to perfection with an unparalleled finish. It is made up of tufts of different colors, just like natural vegetation. Also, we have different models of different colors, so, whatever your scenario is, you will have the perfect turf for it and you can design it as you had imagined it.

Finally, it is worth mentioning that at Green Stuff World we strive to offer high quality products to all our customers. These turf are no slouch. They are tough and durable, so your dioramas will maintain their look for a long time.

What is the difference between the strips and the electrostatic grass?

Although their purpose may be very similar, they are two products that are applied very differently because their format is different. On the one hand, the model grass strips are long and thin pieces of turf prepared to be placed on a diorama only by removing the protective paper of the adhesive. There is no need to worry about anything else.

On the other hand, static grass are small loose strips coated with a material that keeps them upright, although it is necessary to place them with glue and use a flocking machine or portable static grass applicator. The process is slower, although it allows it to be placed on as wide a surface as desired. However, it is usually a delicate process and can get quite dirty the work area and the artist himself, since he must work with a large amount of very small hairs susceptible to glide around the room.

How to clean?

In the case of being necessary to clean them once placed in their environment, it can be done using a very soft and soft bristle brush to remove the dust. Another option is to use light compressed air to remove debris without damaging the product.

Similarly, it is important to store them correctly so that they do not become moldy or deteriorate in a similar way, making them impossible to clean or fix. For this, it is necessary to leave it in a cool, dry place, away from humidity.

To help its conservation, it is advisable not to expose them to direct sunlight, since the sun can change the intensity of the colors of the product. Thus, it is important to keep it in these conditions for as little time as possible and, whenever possible, to place it in shaded areas at all times.

It is also essential to handle it carefully because its material is delicate and the fibers can be easily damaged. Care should be taken, above all, when transporting models, dioramas, or pedestals where these turfs have been used. To make them more resistant, a protective sealant can be applied to them. In this way, it will be more difficult for the fibers to come loose.

Where to buy?

This type of product can only be found in specialized model stores, both physical and online, and in large marketplaces, although not all of them are of the quality necessary to be durable and perfectly imitate reality. At Green Stuff World, we sell model grass strips of the best quality on the market at a very low price to make them accessible to all artists who wish to purchase them. In addition, you can find unique designs for all kinds of scenarios. You can buy them on the official website, in one of our reseller stores, or in our eBay or ETSY store.