Description
Streamline Your Army Basecoating with Macragge Blue Spray
Painting an entire Space Marine company by hand is one of the most time-consuming hurdles in miniature wargaming. Brushing multiple layers of basecoat paint over broad, flat surfaces like Rhino chassis, Dreadnought hulls, and shoulder pauldrons frequently leaves behind streaky brush textures, patchy pigment pooling, or clogged panel lines.
Macragge Blue Spray solves the batch-painting bottleneck once and for all. Engineered by Citadel Colour as an integrated primer and basecoat in one convenient 400ml aerosol can, this spray lays down the definitive, rich cobalt blue of the Ultramarines Chapter across dozens of models in minutes. With a reliable, hard-wearing foundation set in a few sweeping passes, you can proceed straight to washing recesses and highlighting edges.
Why Macragge Blue Spray Belongs on Your Painting Station
1. True 2-in-1 Primer and Color Basecoat
Unlike standard hardware sprays that run thick and obscure miniature sculpting, Macragge Blue Spray is formulated specifically for scale models. It etches directly onto raw polystyrene, pewter, and resin with exceptional tensile grip. You eliminate the need for a separate undercoat, cutting your prep time in half while providing a durable barrier that resists chipping during intense tabletop gameplay.
2. Seamless Compatibility with Citadel Pot Paints
Nothing stalls a hobby session faster than painting outside the lines and discovering your spray basecoat does not match your corrective layer paint. The hue, saturation, and finish of this aerosol match Citadel’s Macragge Blue (Base) pot with 1:1 precision. Correcting mold-line slips, tidying trim, and coating sub-assemblies blends seamlessly across the model with zero color shifts.
3. Micro-Fine Atomization for Preserved Model Details
The Citadel aerosol valve and directional cap release an evenly atomized, conical cloud of micro-pigments. The paint levels cleanly as it dries to a smooth, non-reflective satin-matte finish. Purity seals, Chapter badges, exhaust vents, and armor seams remain sharp and clean, preserving the intricate depth sculpted into your miniatures.
Technical Specifications & Compatibility
- Product Name: Macragge Blue Spray
- Manufacturer: Citadel Colour (Games Workshop)
- Product Function: Combined Aerosol Primer & Color Basecoat
- Can Volume: 400ml (13.5 fl oz)
- Color Profile: Vibrant mid-tone cobalt blue (Ultramarines base)
- Surface Finish: Smooth satin-matte
- Substrate Compatibility: Polystyrene plastic, Forge World resin, 3D resin prints, and white metal
- Usage Instructions: Shake well for 2 full minutes; apply in short bursts 8–10 inches away from models in dry, ambient conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to spray a black or grey primer before Macragge Blue Spray?
No. Macragge Blue Spray is engineered as a primary bonding primer and basecoat combined. It creates a tough acrylic-resin bond straight onto bare plastic, resin, or metal without requiring an undercoat layer.
Does this spray match the Macragge Blue Base paint pot?
Yes. Games Workshop formulates their Citadel Colour sprays to mirror their core base paints. You can paint details, cover sub-assembly points, or clean up overspill with standard Macragge Blue from the pot without any noticeable finish or color boundary.
How can I achieve the smoothest finish without texturing or runs?
Before spraying, place the sealed can into a bowl of warm (not boiling) tap water for 5 minutes, then shake vigorously for 2 minutes to mix the pigments thoroughly. Spray in short, sweeping passes 8 to 10 inches away from the model at 15°C–25°C (59°F–77°F). Avoid spraying in extreme humidity or cold winds, which can cause paint mist to dry mid-air.
Banish grey plastic and get your Chapter combat-ready faster than ever. Add Macragge Blue Spray to your cart today and unlock free domestic shipping on orders over $50!
