The Army Painter Warpaints Air is a range of acrylic paints specifically designed for airbrush use. In this category at Scenery Workshop you will find a wide selection of Warpaints Air colours that are ideal for applying smooth base coats and colour transitions on miniatures, scale models and terrain.

The paints are pre-thinned and optimised for airbrush performance, allowing hobbyists to spray directly from the bottle without extensive mixing. This makes Warpaints Air a convenient choice for painters who want smooth gradients, soft transitions and fast base coats.

What are The Army Painter Warpaints Air?

Warpaints Air is a range of airbrush-ready acrylic paints developed by The Army Painter. The formula is thinner than regular acrylic paint and flows smoothly through an airbrush while maintaining strong pigmentation and coverage.

The range includes colours suitable for many hobby projects:

• Base colours for miniatures and models
• Military and camouflage tones
• Fantasy and science-fiction colours
• Metallic paints for weapons and mechanical parts

The paints are supplied in convenient 18 ml dropper bottles, making it easy to control the amount of paint added to your airbrush.

Why hobbyists use Warpaints Air

Airbrush paints allow hobbyists to apply smooth and even layers of colour quickly. Warpaints Air is formulated to deliver consistent results without the need for extensive thinning.

Hobbyists commonly use Warpaints Air for:

• Base coating large numbers of miniatures
• Smooth colour blending and gradients
• Camouflage patterns on vehicles
• Large surfaces on terrain and scenery
• Quick undercoats for further painting

At Scenery Workshop, many miniature painters and scale modellers choose Warpaints Air when working with airbrush techniques.

How to use Warpaints Air for miniatures or scale models

Warpaints Air is designed to be used directly with an airbrush. The thin formula allows smooth spraying while maintaining good control.

• Shake the bottle well before use
• Apply the paint in thin layers
• Use a primed surface for better adhesion
• Build colour gradually with multiple light coats

By building layers slowly you can create smooth gradients and subtle shading on your models.

What to consider when choosing Warpaints Air

When selecting airbrush paints it helps to consider the type of model or colour scheme you want to paint.

• Base colours for general miniature painting
• Military tones for historical models
• Bright colours for fantasy miniatures
• Metallic colours for weapons and machinery

At Scenery Workshop you can find various Warpaints Air colours that make it easy to apply airbrush techniques to miniatures and scale models.

Frequently asked questions about Warpaints Air

Is Warpaints Air only for airbrush use?

The paint is designed for airbrush use but can also be applied with a brush for certain techniques.

Do you need to thin Warpaints Air?

Usually not. The paint is already thinned for airbrush use, but it can be further diluted if needed.

Can Warpaints Air be combined with other Warpaints?

Yes. Warpaints Air can be used alongside other acrylic paints for layering, details and highlights.