Spray Primer, Army Painter Colour Primer Desert Yellow (400 ml aerosol)

Army Painter Colour Primer Desert Yellow (400 ml aerosol) is an aerosol spray primer formulated for miniature and model painting. It delivers a uniform desert-yellow base coat that enhances paint adhesion and brings out surface details on plastics, metal and resin models. The 400 ml can covers multiple miniatures and provides a consistent foundation for subsequent basecoats, washes and weathering techniques.

Advantages

The aerosol format enables quick and even application, reducing preparation time compared with brush priming. The pigment and binder balance produces a matte, neutral yellow tone that is compatible with acrylic tabletop and hobby paints. Coverage is designed to minimize overspray while providing good surface wetting, which helps paints flow and adhere more predictably. The formulation is suitable for fine details and textured surfaces common in miniatures and scale models.

Suitable for

• Priming plastics, metal and resin miniatures
• Large batches of gaming miniatures and model kits
• Basecoat foundation before acrylic paints, washes and inks
• Quick re-priming during repair or conversion work

Key specifications

• Form: aerosol spray, 400 ml can
• Finish: matte
• Colour tone: desert yellow (warm, muted yellow)
• Compatibility: designed for acrylic hobby paints
• Surface suitability: plastic, metal and resin
• Application: single-stage spray primer for basecoat preparation

How to use

Shake the can vigorously for at least one minute before use to ensure pigment and propellant are well mixed. Spray from a distance of approximately 20–30 cm in even, sweeping motions across the model, applying light coats to avoid runs and loss of detail. Allow each thin coat to dry briefly before applying additional layers until even coverage is achieved. Use in a well-ventilated area and protect surrounding surfaces from overspray.

Usage recommendations

For best results, clean models of dust, mold release agents and fingerprints before priming. Mask areas that require a different base tone. If working with very fine details, consider a light mist coat followed by closer passes to preserve texture. Allow the primer to cure fully before applying acrylic paints, and store the can upright in a cool, dry place away from heat sources.

Army Painter Colour Primer Desert Yellow is intended for hobby and model use and should be handled according to safety instructions on the can, including proper ventilation and avoidance of inhalation and open flames.