Buy brushes for painting miniatures, kits and figures: detail brushes, synthetic, natural hair, Kolinsky sable, sets and dry-brush brushes.
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Brushes for painting miniatures and kits
Brushes for miniatures and scale modelling are one of the most important tools for control, precision and a clean finish. In this category you'll find detail brushes, synthetic brushes, natural-hair brushes, Kolinsky sable, flat brushes, starter sets and dry-brushing brushes.
Which brush to choose depending on the technique
- Detail and edge highlighting: choose round brushes with a good point, such as sizes 2/0, 0 or 1.
- Base coats and medium surfaces: a round brush size 1 or 2 is usually more comfortable than one that's too small.
- Dry brushing and textures: use dedicated dry-brush brushes or flat brushes with resistant hair.
- Fine work and advanced painting: natural-hair or Kolinsky sable brushes offer good paint retention and a more precise point.
Available brush brands
We carry brushes from common miniature and modelling brands like Vallejo, AMMO and Dismoer. You can combine several sizes to cover detail, base coats, highlights, shading, edge highlighting, washes and dry brushing.
How to care for your brushes
Don't load paint up to the ferrule, clean the brush during the session and reshape the point when you finish. To extend its life, avoid using fine brushes with very dry paints, textures, pigments or aggressive mixes. Reserve your best-pointed brushes for detail and use more resistant ones for tough work.
FAQ about brushes for miniatures
What brushes do I need to start painting miniatures?
To start, a detail brush, a medium-sized round for base coats and a larger or dedicated dry-brush brush are usually enough. A brush set can be a practical option if you don't yet have basic sizes.
Is a synthetic or natural-hair brush better?
Synthetic brushes are resistant and affordable, ideal for general use. Natural-hair or Kolinsky sable brushes usually retain paint better and hold their point longer, making them very useful for detail, edge highlighting and fine techniques.
What brush size is used for details?
Sizes 2/0, 0 or 1 are typically used for fine details. Even so, the quality of the point matters more than the number: a No. 1 brush with a good point can be more useful than a poor-quality 000.