The Mini Primer

Basing & Finishing

The final steps that pull the whole figure together. These guides cover finishing the base with texture paint, static grass or flock, a tuft or two, and a clean rim color, which on its own makes a mini look properly displayed rather than half-done. Then they cover sealing the paint with a protective varnish so it survives handling and gaming, weighing matte against gloss and whether to brush or spray it on. We finish with simple, low-cost ideas for displaying a growing collection so your work actually gets seen.

Basing & Finishing

4 guides

Basing & Finishing

How to Paint and Finish the Base Rim

Learn how to paint base rims cleanly on miniatures. Covers color choices, edge technique, keeping paint off the top, sealing, and army consistency.

August 13, 2026

Basing & Finishing

How to Add Flock, Grass Tufts, and Static Grass

Learn how to use static grass, grass tufts, and flock to finish miniature bases with a natural, realistic look. Step-by-step PVA glue method inside.

July 30, 2026

Basing & Finishing

Simple Basing Ideas and Textures for Beginners

Explore easy miniature basing ideas and textures that make any figure look finished, from desert sand to urban rubble, with no special tools needed.

July 16, 2026

Basing & Finishing

How to Base a Miniature: A Beginner's Guide

Learn how to base miniatures step by step: glue, sand, texture paste, and sealing explained simply for beginners.

July 2, 2026

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