Gloss vs Matte Undercoat: Does it Matter? - Warhammer Hobby Paint

Ever wondered how much that bottom layer really matters? Let's take a look.

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[DudexNOR]

I was more suprised about how bent that spear is!

[_justRaven]

I think the matte primer sells a more subtle and realistic metal than stacking gloss on gloss if that's what you're going for. If max shine is something your want then the gloss makes sense.

[Cyd]

Those guys looks pretty cool. I wonder if I could kit bash them into sanguinary guard

[azir]

if you use ardcoat finish over it can you still see the difference ?

[sampsakeranen]

Are the metallic figures completly gone?

[kerr_b]

When using lacquer metallics, a gloss undercoat can emphasise shine & smoothness even more. But for acrylic metallics either is probably fine

[denisaurelianmocanu]

What kind of gloss paint are you using?

[Ulrican]

Did you step on the model on the left before filming?

[runcodematias]

would really only work with very thin coats of paint, so anything less than using an air brush wouldnt make a difference

[KossolaxtheForesworn]

might use for gamezone knights.
will not use for iron warriors.

[alecmiller]

There is a difference but I actually prefer the matte

[nurglematthew]

It matters! Nurgle Bless Our Constitution In The Kindest Of Ways 🖤, Big Luv.

[Wooshey_Wooj]

See, for me, it’s different. I prefer my Marvel legends figures to be matte finished. So I spray it once. Just once, and it comes out good. So I have to go with both. Depending on how it’s supposed to be if that makes any sense. It’s a adult collectors line so I prefer for it to look realistic and not a cheap imitation.