Model Making

What is model building?

In model building, you recreate various objects to scale. This means you create a miniature replica of a car, boat, airplane, store, house, animal, or a fictional character from a movie. It’s a hobby that lets you use a model kit to recreate your favorite objects and vehicles down to the smallest details.

It's easy to become a model builder. That's because not all model kits require tools or glue. At Speedcube , we have a wide selection, so there's plenty of choice for bothchildrenandadults.

Why is model building so popular?

Because of the hobby’s user-friendly appeal, it attracts many people. It’s easy to get started as a beginner, since the various brands offer kits at all levels of difficulty. All you have to do is choose one that suits your skill level. You can determine this by looking at the number of parts, the assembly process, the materials, and the size of the parts. If you need help choosing a suitable model kit, please feel free to contact us.

Model building is also a fun way to stay active. After all, it takes quite a few hours to assemble large models. Once you’re done, you can give them a nice spot in your room in one of thedisplay cases.

Another reason why many people enjoy model building is that it allows them to express their creativity. After all, you don’t have to stick to the blueprints. You can create your own designs using parts from different model kits. Plus, you can turn it into a diorama and come up with your own color scheme for when you paint it.

What types of building kits are there?

In the world of model building, there are many different typesof kitsavailable. Wood, plastic,metal, and even stone are all materials used in this hobby. Each has its own unique way of being incorporated into your building project. Wood gives a distinctive look, while metal is well-suited for vehicles.Plastic kitsoffer a good balance between quality and cost.

One of the most important features is the scale. The scale of a model tells you how much detail you’ll find in it. It also usually gives you an idea of whether it’s a difficult or easy kit, depending on the number of parts.Wooden model kitsare often a good place to start.

In model building, there are kits that require gluing, screwing, or soldering, but there are also parts that simply snap together. Once completed, some models have the option to produce sound or light. Others have moving parts that can only be activated once the project is finished. However, the most common types of models you’ll encounter in model building are static objects.

The model kits from Speedcube

In the wide selection of Speedcube you’ll find everything you need for model building. To source our model kits, we partner exclusively with top brands in the Dutch market. Most of them don’t require glue to assemble, which is great if you’re a beginner looking to get into the hobby. Our selection includes model kits fromUgearsandRobotime.

We have model kits in all shapes and sizes. Take, for example, the kits for animals, cars,vehicles,miniature houses, or musical instruments for the true enthusiast. We have all kinds of real-world objects and figures, but also plenty of options for fans of fiction, such as *Avatar* and *Harry Potter*.

Free shipping and fast delivery times

We believe that everyone should be able to enjoy this fantastic hobby. That’s why we offer only high-quality model kits in our extensive model-building category. Through the Speedcube online store, you’ll benefit from fast delivery times and free shipping on orders over €50.

We’re constantly on the lookout for new building sets to add to our selection. This allows us to offer the latest collections and keep our selection up to date. We order enough to ensure we have plenty of products in stock. This means they can be shipped directly to you. If you order by 11:30 p.m., you’ll receive your order the next day.