Tamiya Primers
Professional Tamiya Primers for Scale Models and Plastic Kits
Discover the complete range of Tamiya surface primers designed to provide superior adhesion and smooth base coats for plastic models, resin kits, and metal parts. These professional-grade primers create the perfect foundation for paint application, ensuring vibrant color coverage and long-lasting finishes on all your scale modeling projects.
Why Choose Tamiya Surface Primers
Tamiya primers represent the industry standard for scale model preparation, trusted by professional modelers and hobbyists worldwide. Each primer formula is engineered to fill minor surface imperfections, enhance paint adhesion, and reveal surface defects before final painting. The specialized formulations bond to plastic, resin, and metal substrates while maintaining fine surface detail critical for scale accuracy.
Featured Primers in This Collection
Our selection includes essential primers from Tamiya: Surface Primer L Grey 180ml for general purpose priming, Surface Primer L White 180ml for light color base coats, and Light Grey Fine Surface Primer L 180ml for ultra-smooth finishes. Specialty options include Fine Surface Primer L Pink 180ml for defect detection and Liquid Surface Primer 40ml for brush application on small parts and detail work.
Application Techniques for Best Results
Apply Tamiya primers in thin, even coats from 6-8 inches distance in a well-ventilated area. Multiple light coats produce superior results compared to single heavy applications, preventing detail loss and ensuring smooth coverage. Allow each coat to dry for 20-30 minutes before applying subsequent layers or topcoats. Liquid primers work best for small parts, photo-etched details, and areas requiring precise brush application.
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Tamiya LP-22 Tamiya Lacquer Flat Base 10ml $2.26
$2.90 -
Tamiya Tamiya Fine Surface Primer L Pink 180ml 87146 $11.69
$15.00 -
Tamiya Tamiya Light Grey Fine Surface Primer L Spray 180ml $9.36
$12.00 -
Tamiya Tamiya Liquid Surface Primer 40ml #87075 $4.88
$6.25 -
Tamiya Tamiya Liquid Surface Primer 40ml - White #87096 $4.49
$5.75 -
Tamiya Tamiya Surface Primer L Grey 180ml - 87042 $9.36
$12.00 -
Tamiya Tamiya Surface Primer L White 180ml $9.36
$12.00 -
Tamiya Tamiya Surface Primer Plastic/Metal Gray Small $5.67
$8.50 -
Tamiya TS-101 Tamiya Base White 100ml Spray Can $7.02
$9.00
Primer Types and Applications
Choose the right primer for your project needs. Surface Primer Plastic/Metal Gray works on multiple substrates including styrene, ABS, resin, and metal parts. Liquid Surface Primer White 40ml provides brush-on convenience for small assemblies, photo-etched parts, and hard-to-reach areas. The Fine Surface Primer L series delivers ultra-smooth finishes ideal for gloss topcoats and competition-level builds.
Color Selection Guide
Grey primers provide neutral base coats suitable for most color schemes and help reveal surface imperfections during preparation. White primers enhance the vibrancy of light colors, yellows, and bright hues while reducing the number of topcoat layers needed. Pink primers excel at defect detection, making scratches, seams, and surface irregularities highly visible for correction before final painting. Light grey offers the perfect balance for both light and dark color applications.
Surface Preparation Best Practices
Clean all parts thoroughly with mild soap and water before priming to remove mold release agents and oils. Sand seams and imperfections with progressive grits from 400 to 800 grit for smooth transitions. Apply primer in a dust-free environment at room temperature for optimal flow and adhesion. Inspect primed surfaces under good lighting to identify any remaining defects requiring correction before topcoat application.
Complementary Tamiya Finishing Products
Enhance your modeling workflow with compatible Tamiya paint systems. Pair primers with Tamiya Acrylic Paints for water-based finishing or Tamiya Lacquer Paint for fast-drying, durable topcoats. Use TS-101 Base White as an additional backing coat to maximize color brilliance over primers.
About Tamiya Quality and Innovation
Since 1946, Tamiya has been the global leader in scale modeling products and finishing systems. Tamiya primers represent decades of research in surface preparation chemistry, formulated specifically for the unique requirements of plastic model construction. Each product undergoes rigorous testing to ensure consistent performance, fine detail preservation, and compatibility with Tamiya's complete range of modeling paints and finishes.
Professional Modeling Results
Proper priming is the foundation of professional-quality scale model finishing. Tamiya primers fill micro-scratches, provide uniform paint adhesion, and create consistent surface texture across different materials. Whether you're building aircraft, armor, ships, automotive models, or figures, the right primer selection ensures your topcoats achieve maximum vibrancy, smoothness, and durability for competition entries or display pieces.