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product_id: 698177222
title: "The Army Painter Base Primer Matt Black, 400 mL Acrylic Spray Primer, Spray Paint Basecoat for Miniature Priming, Tabletop Roleplaying, Boardgames, and Wargames Miniature Modelling"
brand: "the army painter"
price: "R691"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "The Army Painter"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/698177222-the-army-painter-base-primer-matt-black-400-ml-acrylic
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# fast-drying acrylic formula versatile on metal, plastic & resin 400mL ultra-matte coverage The Army Painter Base Primer Matt Black, 400 mL Acrylic Spray Primer, Spray Paint Basecoat for Miniature Priming, Tabletop Roleplaying, Boardgames, and Wargames Miniature Modelling

**Brand:** the army painter
**Price:** R691
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🖤 Prime Like a Pro, Paint Like a Legend

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** The Army Painter Base Primer Matt Black, 400 mL Acrylic Spray Primer, Spray Paint Basecoat for Miniature Priming, Tabletop Roleplaying, Boardgames, and Wargames Miniature Modelling by the army painter
- **How much does it cost?** R691 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/698177222-the-army-painter-base-primer-matt-black-400-ml-acrylic)

## Best For

- the army painter enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted the army painter brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **No-Fuss Application:** User-friendly spray design ensures even coverage without clogging or blotches—perfect for both beginners and pros.
- • **Quick-Dry Efficiency:** Acrylic-based formula dries rapidly, letting you move from priming to painting faster without sacrificing quality.
- • **Flawless Matte Basecoat:** Achieve a perfectly smooth, non-reflective surface that preps your miniatures for vibrant paint layers.
- • **One Spray, Double Power:** Combines primer and pigment in a single can—save time, money, and shelf space with this all-in-one solution.
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Engineered to bond seamlessly with metal, plastic, and resin miniatures for consistent, professional results every time.

## Overview

The Army Painter Base Primer Matt Black is a 400mL acrylic spray primer designed for miniature modeling, tabletop gaming, and wargaming. Its ultra-matte finish provides superior coverage on metal, plastic, and resin miniatures, combining primer and pigment in one fast-drying formula that saves time and money. Trusted by hobbyists and professionals alike, it ensures a smooth, even basecoat for flawless paint application.

## Description

Very matt and with a superior coverage - leaving the miniatures in a perfect condition for applying coats of paints. Remember to always check our video tutorials on how to use Colour Primers.

Review: Excellent Product - Excellent coverage. Excellent adhesion. Be advised: it does lay the paint on thick if you get too close to the mini. $10 less than the citadel at time of purchase and honestly a better product. More satin than flat, I would say but still a deep rich black. I like the satin because it picks up highlights more, but if you're looking for a super flat flat, this is not the one.
Review: Good stuff! Easier than painting primer on and looks better - I started painting minis by using paint on black primer for awhile. Eventually decided to try this and it's a way better option! Very important to shake it for a minute or so and spray out before using on minis. I spray from above and find the consistency of the primer coat is so much more even then when I did it by hand. It's easy to miss spots, so I'll check the mini from all angles before moving on. Good for dark characters and shadow layer in slapchop style.

## Features

- 🧙 Very matt and with a superior coverage - leaving the miniatures in a perfect condition for applying coats of paints. Remember to always check our video tutorials on how to use Colour Primers.
- 🧙 SAVE TIME AND MONEY - All Colour Primers of The Army Painter are an ingenious combination of traditional Primer and highly pigmented Colour Spray in one to save you both time and money. No need for 2 different sprays - all you need is 1 Colour Primer
- 🧙 VERSATILITY AND EXCELLENT COVERAGE - The Colour Primers unique formula has been designed to be used on all metal, plastic and resin miniatures and leaves a perfect finish. NB: Production Date Indicated on Bottom of Can, not the Expiration Date
- 🧙 ACRYLIC AND FAST DRYING - All Army Painter primers are Acrylic based, matte and dry very quickly. Be sure to read the best-use guide printed on the can and clean your nozzles by spraying the can upside down for a bit after each use to ensure longevity for any spray paint

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B09T6HWC9G |
| Brand | The Army Painter |
| Brand Name | The Army Painter |
| Color | Matt Black |
| Color Code | CP3001S |
| Container Type | Aerosol Can |
| Coverage | Very matt and with a superior coverage |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 15,341 Reviews |
| Finish Type | Matte |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 05713799300118 |
| Is Waterproof | False |
| Item Form | Aerosol |
| Item Volume | 400 Milliliters |
| Manufacturer | The Army Painter |
| Model Number | CP3001 |
| Paint Type | Acrylic |
| Part Number | CP3001 |
| Size | 13.5 Ounce (Pack of 1) |
| Special Feature | RF Shielding |
| Special Features | RF Shielding |
| Specific Uses For Product | Interior |
| Surface Recommendation | Plastic |
| Unit Count | 13.5 Ounce |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** The Army Painter
- **Color:** Matt Black
- **Finish Type:** Matte
- **Item Volume:** 400 Milliliters
- **Paint Type:** Acrylic
- **Size:** 13.5 Ounce (Pack of 1)
- **Special Feature:** RF Shielding
- **Specific Uses For Product:** Interior
- **Surface Recommendation:** Plastic
- **Unit Count:** 13.5 Ounce

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Product
*by R***E on March 18, 2026*

Excellent coverage. Excellent adhesion. Be advised: it does lay the paint on thick if you get too close to the mini. $10 less than the citadel at time of purchase and honestly a better product. More satin than flat, I would say but still a deep rich black. I like the satin because it picks up highlights more, but if you're looking for a super flat flat, this is not the one.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good stuff! Easier than painting primer on and looks better
*by K***B on January 21, 2026*

I started painting minis by using paint on black primer for awhile. Eventually decided to try this and it's a way better option! Very important to shake it for a minute or so and spray out before using on minis. I spray from above and find the consistency of the primer coat is so much more even then when I did it by hand. It's easy to miss spots, so I'll check the mini from all angles before moving on. Good for dark characters and shadow layer in slapchop style.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Noob Friendly with Professional Results, Really
*by H***S on December 3, 2025*

I feared I'd spray my N scale models with blotches or whatever. That never happened, what happened were easy passes that resulted in a solid coat of primer without clogging any brick detailing Pros: - Very user friendly, even if you rarely ever use spraypaint (like me) - Relatively affordable - Excellent professional quality (even my cheap acrylics adhere to it just fine) - Sprays cleanly without feeling like you have to press down too hard (if you're doing short bursts on small objects, this matters a lot) Cons: - I really wish they'd add a rotating nozzle like newer spraycans have so we can decide how it sprays out Usage: - N Scale Train layouts using Resin prints, with ultra fine detailing - it does great

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-05-09*