ABOUT US

About Us

Polák Model s.r.o. traces its origins back to 2001, when it first entered the market under the name Polák, offering essential modeling materials. These included colored sawdust, foam under the trade name PUREX, natural gravel (never artificial substitutes), and AQUAPLASTIC, a water imitation material that competes with foreign products in both price and usability.

A major breakthrough came with the development of NATUREX, a product that revolutionized the appearance of model trees. Dissatisfied with the unrealistic look of foam-covered trees, we sought a more natural-looking material that would accurately mimic leaves while remaining easy to work with. By the summer of 2003, we introduced NATUREX—a leaf-like material fixed on a supporting net, sold in sheet form. Initially available in three leaf sizes and nine shades, our range has since expanded to include more colors and four leaf sizes. Today, even other manufacturers, such as Model Scene, purchase NATUREX from us for their deciduous trees.

Around this time, we also developed tall shrubs, though these were only introduced to the market later.

As Polák Model grew, we continued expanding our product range. A key milestone was mastering the technology of processing PA fibers—commonly known among modelers as Static Grass or flock. By electrostatically flocking these fibers into adhesive, we achieved a highly realistic grass effect. However, we noticed a lack of shade variety and an overly glossy finish in existing products on the market. Our solution was a wider spectrum of shades with a semi-matte to matte surface, greatly enhancing realism.

Another significant advancement was the development of multi-layer material applications, allowing us to create unique products such as Wild Shrubs, tall grasses, and diverse meadows and fields. One lesser-known fact is that the size N grain field from BUSCH was originally our design—we even produced the first series for BUSCH in collaboration with a German partner.

By 2007, the company had officially transitioned into Polák Model s.r.o.

In 2009, we introduced an array of exciting new products, including the LOUKY and EXCLUSIVE PROGRAM lines, as well as refinements to existing offerings like the Blackberry Bushes (9298) and Wild Flowering Bushes (5911–5913).

Our mission remains unchanged: to bring modelers high-quality, realistic materials and products. We are committed to innovation and believe that modelers will continue to appreciate our dedication to authenticity.