modeltrainhead
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well heres my plans some i found in internet that i will get inspired from
Probably just stating the obvious here, but a 4' by 8' layout has a big advantage in that sheets of plywood are readily available in that size. Really nice to just buy one piece and work with it as is. A sheet of plywood isn't super easy to cut (especially straight) unless you are an experienced woodworker with a workshop.
True, except that most big box lumber stores will cut them to any dimension on their big jigs. If you do a little planning, it is easier to transport, easier to carry, easier to get into your house, and easier to work with if you have them pre-cut.
I'm not saying don't go with with a 4 x8. Some people like to think in that box. But not being able to cut it is not a limitation you need, if you plan it out.
FYI on my site I have the results of two different layout contests. One is 4 x 8 layouts. The other is a sheet of plywood (cut any way you want but limited to a single sheet) layouts.
Layout Design Contests