Choosing the right paint brand for your Warhammer miniatures can make or break your painting experience. Here is our hands-on comparison of the top five brands used by professional commission painters at Maxon Casting.
Citadel (Games Workshop)
The official choice. Excellent coverage, beginner-friendly pot design, and perfectly matched to Warhammer color schemes. Best for: Beginners and army painters.
Vallejo Model Color
Dropper bottle design prevents drying out. Massive color range with military and historical tones. Best for: Budget-conscious painters and large armies.
AK Interactive 3rd Gen
Ultra-matte finish, incredible flow from the brush. Perfect for display painting. Best for: Competition and display painters.
Scale75
Super matte, ultra-high pigment density. Gel-based formula requires thinning but rewards with stunning results. Best for: Advanced painters and NMM techniques.
Kimera Kolors
Single-pigment, maximum saturation. Designed for mixing your own colors. Best for: Artists who mix custom colors.
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