Colour Forge Steelforge Silver Spray Primer — 500ml

The Colour Forge Steelforge Silver Spray Primer is a professional-grade metallic primer designed to provide a smooth, high-coverage silver base for miniature painting. Unlike traditional black, grey, or white primers, a metallic undercoat allows painters to achieve realistic metal finishes quickly, making it especially valuable for armies, vehicles, and models dominated by steel or machinery.

Formulated using a tried-and-tested spray formula, Steelforge Silver delivers an even coat that preserves fine sculpted details while creating a durable surface for further painting. The colour is matched to a popular dark steel tone used in the hobby, making it an efficient starting point for metallic armour, weapons, mechanical components, and industrial terrain.

Because it functions as both primer and basecoat, this spray significantly reduces painting time for metallic-heavy projects. Applying washes, shading, or drybrushing directly over the metallic surface can produce finished results much faster than building up metal tones over a standard primer.

The high-capacity 500 ml can contains approximately 25% more paint than many standard hobby sprays, allowing painters to prime and basecoat large numbers of miniatures or terrain pieces efficiently. Proper use — including thorough shaking, warming the can to room temperature, and spraying in light passes from around 30 cm — ensures smooth coverage without obscuring detail.

Steelforge Silver is particularly effective for sci-fi forces, mechanized units, robots, and industrial scenery where exposed metal surfaces are a dominant visual element.

Key Features

• Metallic silver primer and basecoat in one

• Smooth coverage that preserves fine details

• Ideal for armour, weapons, and machinery

• High-capacity 500 ml can for extended use

• Reduces painting time for metallic-heavy models

• Suitable for miniatures and terrain

Technical Specifications

Type: Aerosol metallic primer
Finish: Metallic
Colour: Steel Silver
Volume: 500 ml
Intended use: Miniatures and terrain

FAQ

Why use a metallic primer instead of a regular one?

A metallic primer acts as both primer and basecoat, allowing painters to complete metal-heavy models much faster while maintaining a realistic finish.

Is this primer suitable for plastic, resin, and metal miniatures?

Yes. The Colour Forge Steelforge Silver Spray is designed for use on common miniature materials when applied in thin coats.

Does this replace painting metallic base layers?

For many projects, yes. Washes, shading, and highlights can be applied directly over the metallic surface.

How many models can a 500 ml can cover?

The larger volume typically covers significantly more miniatures than standard hobby spray cans, depending on model size and application method.

Can this primer be used for terrain?

Yes. It is particularly effective for industrial, mechanical, or sci-fi terrain where exposed metal surfaces are prominent.