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How to Prepare Resin Miniatures
Are you interested in starting a miniature game or making your own models? Preparing resin miniatures for painting can seem like a daunting task, but with the right steps you can get started quickly. Follow these steps to start playing with your new miniatures or accessorizing your models.
What You'll Need:
- X-acto knife
- Needle files
- Sandpaper
- Primer and basecoat
Step One: Trimming Resin Bits
When you receive your resin miniatures, all of the pieces will need to be cut from the frame. Start with an X-acto knife to slice off the pieces. For more intricate parts, you can use a fine needle file and rotating motion to work away at them.
Step Two: Smoothing Resin
You'll likely encounter some jagged edges around the pieces and on the miniature after slicing it away from the frame. To smooth out these edges, use sandpaper. A 120-grit sandpaper is usually ideal for most miniatures but different batches may require different tools.
Step Three: Priming and Painting
Once you have all of your pieces cut out and sanded to the desired shape, prime them with a plastic primer. Once the primer has dried to a smooth finish, you can paint the pieces with a acrylic-based or enamel-based paint. Ensure that your primer and paints are compatible or you may experience bubbling or wrinkling in your finish.
Step Four: Finishing Up
Your miniatures are now ready for playing, accessorizing, or displaying! Once the paint is dry you can use sealers and varnish to protect your miniatures from dust and wear. You may also use different shades and tints of paint to give your miniatures even more detail.