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Noah: I'm working on a structure from a 1950s MR article. It specifies using card stock for trim and roofing. Having put a caliper to several varieties of card stock I can tell you on average it works out to about .010 thick. In HO scale thats a bit less than 1". The thinest plastruct sheeting is also .010. I opted for the plastic and will cut strip to size as needed. Over several years I think it will hold up better than paper and will accept the water based paints which I use to weather with less likelihood of warping or puckering. I agree with Dave that there are many many things in the real world which are useful in the modeling world. First step in my view is to make a materials list for your future projects. Second step is to save all those odd bits and pieces which might come in handy. If you see an interesting shape just put it aside, a use will suggest itself eventually. Randy
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