Primer VALLEJO Titans Matt Primer – Flesh Tone (2019120) for Miniatures and Models

VALLEJO Titans Matt Primer – Flesh Tone is a surface primer formulated for miniature and scale model painting. It creates a matte, even base coat that improves adhesion and paint coverage on common modelling substrates such as plastic, metal and resin. Applied prior to acrylic or enamel topcoats, this flesh-tone primer helps reveal sculpted detail and establishes a neutral foundation for figure painting, skin tones and layered shading techniques.

Advantages

This matt primer provides uniform coverage that reduces brush and airbrush streaking and minimises the need for multiple thin paint layers. Its formulation promotes strong adhesion of subsequent acrylic or enamel paints while preserving fine sculptural detail. The flesh tone base reduces the number of glaze or layering steps required for natural skin tones and accelerates workflow when painting figures or character models.

Suitable for

• Priming plastic, metal and resin miniatures and model figures
• Establishing a neutral flesh-colour base for figure painting and portraits
• Preparing models before airbrushing or brush painting with acrylic or enamel paints
• Undercoating wargaming miniatures and collectible figures to enhance detail visibility

Key specifications

• Finish: matt
• Colour base: flesh tone suitable for skin undertones
• Substrate compatibility: plastic, metal, resin
• Application methods: brush or airbrush
• Intended for use under acrylics and enamels

How to use

Ensure the model surface is clean, dry and free of mould release agents, oils or dust before priming. Shake or stir the primer thoroughly to ensure an even consistency. Apply a thin, even coat by airbrush or brush, keeping passes light to avoid obscuring fine details; allow each coat to dry completely before adding additional coats if necessary. Use appropriate ventilation and follow solvent handling precautions when airbrushing or thinning.

Usage recommendations

For best results when painting miniatures, apply one or two thin coats rather than a single heavy coat to preserve sculpted detail. When using an airbrush, thin according to manufacturer guidance for a smooth, even spray. Allow the primer to fully cure before applying successive layers of paint or varnish.