Vallejo Surface Primer 73613 Desert Tan Base (60ml)

Vallejo Surface Primer 73613 Desert Tan Base (60 ml) is a primer from the Vallejo Surface Primer line in a desert beige shade. The primer creates a thin, well-adhering layer that prepares the surface for subsequent painting without obscuring the model’s fine details.

This desert beige-colored primer can be used not only as a base coat but also as the first layer of color. It saves time when working on camouflage, technical models, figures, game miniatures, and larger surfaces where you want to quickly even out the base.

Shake the bottle thoroughly before use. The model should be clean, dry, and free of grease. It is better to apply the primer in several thin layers rather than a single thick layer. When airbrushing, start with lower pressure and adjust the distance, pressure, and any thinning as needed based on how the paint behaves. Allow the surface to dry thoroughly between layers.

Technical Information and Recommendations

• Type: Water-based acrylic-polyurethane primer
• Volume: 60 ml
• Uses: plastic models, resin, metal, PVC, wood, figurines, dioramas, and wargaming miniatures
• Application: airbrush; brush primarily for minor touch-ups, edges, and small areas
• Finish: fine matte to satin finish depending on shade, substrate, and coat thickness
• Thinning: Generally ready to use straight from the bottle; depending on the nozzle, can be carefully adjusted using Vallejo Airbrush Thinner 71161 or Flow Improver 71262
• Airbrush cleaning: Vallejo Airbrush Cleaner 71199
• Compatible paints: Model Color, Model Air, Game Color, and Game Air
• Finishing: Matt Varnish 70520, Satin Varnish 70522, or Gloss Varnish 70510
• Surface preparation: Degrease, clean, and repair any seams using Vallejo Plastic Putty 70401
• Tools: model painting brushes

Surface Primer is a practical first step before painting plastic models, figures, terrain, and wargaming miniatures. It helps unify different materials, improves coverage control, and significantly facilitates work with subsequent layers of paint.