Testors Paint Sets

Testors Paint Sets for Scale Modeling

Testors paint sets group coordinated colors into a single package so a modeler can finish a project without assembling a palette bottle by bottle. Sets are built around common modeling needs, and they suit both a first paint collection and an experienced bench that needs a coherent range for a particular kind of subject.

Acrylic and Enamel Formulations

Acrylics clean up with water, carry less odor, and dry quickly, which suits indoor benches with limited ventilation. Enamels flow and level well, stay workable longer for blending, and cure to a hard, durable film. Many modelers keep both on hand and choose by task rather than habit.

Choosing a Set for Your Subject

Military subjects lean on muted earths, greens, and grays in flat finishes. Vehicles favor saturated glosses and metallics. Figures and detail work reward a wider spread of mid-tones. Matching the set to the subject reduces mixing and keeps colors consistent across a build.

Applying Paint by Brush or Airbrush

Thin in small increments, build color in light coats, and let each coat cure before the next. Prime first for even adhesion, and seal with a clear coat before weathering or decals. Consistent thinning matters more to a smooth finish than the brand of paint.

Storage and Bench Care

Keep lids clean and sealed, store bottles upright away from heat and direct sun, and shake or stir thoroughly before use. Clean tools immediately after painting: water for acrylics, an appropriate solvent for enamels. Well-kept paint stays usable for years.

Related Supplies

Round out a finishing setup with Hobby Painting Accessories, Airbrushing Essentials, Testors Spray Paints, and Tools and Sets. Formulation details are published by Testors.