For use on plastic, metal, and resin Citadel miniatures, all Citadel paints are water-based acrylics that are non-toxic.

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Do you need to add water to Citadel paints?

If the mixture is too thick or too thin, you can always add water or paint to thin it out. Flow a little, but not so much that paint gets into crevices where you don’t want it (it takes a couple of layers to cover completely), because you don’t want brush strokes visible.

What is the difference between Citadel paint and acrylic paint?

Citadel and other miniatures paints have the advantage of being able to be used on extremely small, extremely detailed objects. The thicker and coarser pigmentation of basic craft acrylics is designed to cover larger areas on larger objects.

Do Citadel paints need to be thinned?

Citadel base paints thinning? Always dilute your paints before using them. Milk’s consistency is just right; it’s been thinned just enough. Citadel paints have a lot of pigment in them, so they’ll take a little more effort to get to the same level as other brands.

Are Citadel paints water or oil based?

Paints for Citadel miniatures are water-based acrylics that are non-toxic and safe for use on plastic, metal, and resin miniatures of any kind.

Are Vallejo paints water-based?

There are four different water-based chemical formulas offered by Vallejo in these color lines, each tailored to a specific niche of the hobby market but all interchangeable.

What kind of paint is Citadel paint?

For use on plastic, metal, and resin Citadel miniatures, all Citadel paints are water-based acrylics that are non-toxic.

Is Citadel Base paint a primer?

Is it possible to use Citadel Base Paints as a primer? Because it’s not a primer, the Citadel Base isn’t a primer either. It’s a complete fabrication. Using this method can help ensure an even basecoat, but there is no law that says paint cannot fall off models.

Can Citadel paints be airbrushed?

The problem with using Citadel is that it isn’t the best paint for airbrushes at all. Even if it does work, it’s not an airbrush paint.

What is the best thinner for acrylic paint?

Isopropyl alcohol can be used to thin water-based acrylic paint (rubbing alcohol). Diluting paint with alcohol is safe up to a 20 percent concentration. Alcohol can speed up the drying process and cause uneven application.

How do you shake Citadel paint?

Shaking begins as soon as the tube is inserted into the soft attachment. The shaking subsides as soon as you remove the test tube from its socket. Within 5 seconds, full 50mL containers can be activated for mixing! The motor spins at a constant 3,000 revolutions per minute (rpm), and the orbital diameter is 5.5 millimeters.

 

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