Acrylic craft paint set Army Painter Warpaints Fanatic Metallics — 10 colors (WP8069P)

The Army Painter Warpaints Fanatic Metallics — 10 colors is an acrylic craft paint set intended for detailed model painting, miniatures and hobby projects. The water-based Al-crylic formula incorporates aluminium flake and mica to increase sheen and coverage compared with traditional metallics. Each 18 ml dropper bottle includes two stainless steel mixing balls to help maintain an even, creamy consistency suitable for both fine details and larger surfaces. The set is supplied in a box and is not suitable for children under 36 months.

Advantages

The Fanatic Metallics range offers a more shimmery finish and improved coverage due to a specialised blend of aluminium flake and mica in The Army Painter’s Al-crylic formulation. The paints are non-toxic and water-based, with a creamy viscosity that mixes easily between colours and performs well on both small miniatures and larger models. Dropper bottles with mixing balls help control dispensing and keep the paint uniformly mixed.

Suitable for

• Painting tabletop miniatures and figures
• Detail work on scale models and vehicles
• Hobby craft projects requiring metallic finishes
• Layering and blending metallic effects

When it may not be suitable

This set may not be suitable for very young children due to small parts and the 18 ml bottle size; it is labelled as not suitable for children under 36 months. If you require a completely solvent-based or specialist industrial metallic paint for non-hobby applications, these water-based acrylics may not meet those specific durability or chemical-resistance requirements.

Key specifications

• Contents: 10 metallic acrylic paint colours
• Volume per bottle: 18 ml dropper bottles
• Formula: Water-based Al-crylic with aluminium flake and mica
• Viscosity: Creamy, suited for fine detail and larger areas
• Mixing aids: Two stainless steel mixing balls per bottle
• Finish: Shimmery metallic with improved coverage

How to use

Shake each bottle well to activate the mixing balls and distribute metallic flakes evenly. Dispense a small amount onto a palette or directly onto the miniature and apply with a suitable brush. The creamy consistency allows for smooth layering and blending; thin with water if a thinner wash is required. Clean brushes with water after use and store bottles upright with the dropper cap closed.

What to consider before purchase

• Not suitable for children under 36 months
• Water-based acrylics may differ in durability from solvent-based industrial paints
• Check that 18 ml bottle volumes and dropper format suit your workflow

Usage recommendations

For best results, shake bottles before use and test on a spare surface to determine opacity; apply multiple thin layers for even coverage, especially with gold tones, and blend colours directly on the model or palette as needed.