Citadel Base Paint

Citadel Base paints are thick, opaque 12ml paints for the first coat of colour on a primed Warhammer miniature.

Citadel Base paints in Australia

Base paints are the foundation of the Citadel Colour range. They are thicker than other Citadel paints, so one or two thin coats give solid colour. Most painters apply them first, then add shades and Layer paints on top.

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Base paint FAQ

Do Base paints need a primer?
Priming first helps the paint grip plastic, though Base paints cover well over a primer in one or two coats.

Where can I buy Citadel Base paints in Australia?
Hobby Collectors Australia ships Australia-wide from Fairfield NSW.

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Orders are dispatched the same or next business day and ship Australia-wide, or collect from our store at Shop 2, 20–26 Ware St, Fairfield NSW 2165.