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AK Interactive Portal FX - Basing Bits
AK Interactive Portal FX - Basing Bits Product Info: AK Interactive Portal FX Basing Bits is a scenic basing set designed to add dynamic portal eff...
View full detailsAK Interactive - Basing Bits - Wood Barrels (32pcs)
AK Interactive - Basing Bits - Wood Barrels (32pcs) Bring life and realism to your dioramas and miniature bases with the AK Interactive Basing Bits...
View full detailsWarhammer Dark Eldar Razorwing Flock JYS69
Warhammer Dark Eldar Razorwing Flock JYS69
Hobby Flock Bundle - 7 Colors x 30g Each - Save 25%
Hobby Flock Bundle - 7 Colors x 30g Each - Save 25% This promo includes the following items per purchase:x1 30G Flock Bag of each of the following ...
View full detailsVallejo URBAN CONCRETE BARRIERS - 6 PIECES (1/35) Tuft
Vallejo Urban Concrete Barriers – 6 Pieces (1/35) The Urban Concrete Barriers set from Vallejo provides detailed scenic elements designed to enhanc...
View full detailsAlien Lab Miniatures BATTLEFIELD BASING KIT
Alien Lab Miniatures Battlefield Basing Kit Transform your miniature bases into a war-torn battlefield with Alien Lab's comprehensive Battlefield B...
View full detailsAlien Lab Miniatures CELTIC BASING KIT New
Set contains 5 parts. Good as an addition to any base. Casted in resin. height: 15mm - 20mm Concept: Jacek Świnoga Sculptor: Jacek Świnoga
Alien Lab Miniatures GREEK BASING KIT
Alien Lab Miniatures Greek Basing Kit Transport your miniatures to the ancient world with Alien Lab's Greek Basing Kit — a premium resin set of sce...
View full detailsAlien Lab Miniatures LION BASING KIT
Alien Lab Miniatures Lion Basing Kit Add regal power to your miniature bases with Alien Lab's Lion Basing Kit — a resin set of scenic elements feat...
View full detailsAlien Lab Miniatures SKULLS AND BONE BASING KIT
Alien Lab Miniatures Skulls and Bone Basing Kit Build an ossuary beneath your miniatures with Alien Lab's Skulls and Bone Basing Kit — a premium re...
View full detailsAlien Lab Miniatures BASING KIT #2
Alien Lab Miniatures Basing Kit #2 Expand your basing options with Alien Lab's Basing Kit #2 — a resin set of scenic basing elements offering a fre...
View full detailsAlien Lab Miniatures WOLVES BASING KIT
Alien Lab Miniatures Wolves Basing Kit Add wild, predatory energy to your miniature bases with Alien Lab's Wolves Basing Kit — a resin set of sceni...
View full detailsAlien Lab Miniatures BASING KIT #1
Alien Lab Miniatures Basing Kit #1 Take your miniature bases to the next level with Alien Lab's Basing Kit #1 — a resin set of scenic basing elemen...
View full detailsScibor Miniatures Stone Heads Basing Kit (6) New
Set contains 6 parts. Good as an addition to any base. Casted in resin.
Vallejo ROOF TILES SET - 5 GRAMS (1/35) Tufts
European design roof tiles for scratch-built roofs or to add to buildings in ruins. Accessories supplied unpaintedScale 1/35(5 g. approx.) Click he...
View full detailsBasing Materials – Finish Your Miniatures with Realism and Flair
Bring your miniatures to life with our collection of Basing Materials, perfect for adding depth, texture, and realism to any model or terrain piece. Whether you're creating muddy battlefields, sunbaked deserts, forest floors, or urban ruins, these materials help set the scene. From static grass and tufts to sand, cork, and snow effects, basing materials give your miniatures the perfect finishing touch.
Basing materials are used to decorate the bases of miniatures, dioramas, and terrain pieces. They simulate natural environments like grass, dirt, rocks, or snow, helping to ground your models in a believable setting and enhance overall visual storytelling.
Popular basing materials include static grass, grass tufts, hobby sand, gravel, bark, cork, snow paste, mud effects, pigment powders, and resin base toppers. Many of these can be combined to create layered and dynamic bases for various environments.
Yes. Most basing products are beginner-friendly and can be applied using white glue, super glue, or texture pastes. Simply apply adhesive to the base and sprinkle or press the material in place. Drying time is minimal, and results are immediate and visually striking.
Absolutely. Many hobbyists prime and paint over basing materials to add shading, highlights, or color blending. Sand, cork, and rocks take paint well, and pigments can be applied to enrich the finish. Just be sure to seal the final result with a matte varnish for durability.
Basic tools include white glue, tweezers, a hobby knife, texture spreaders, and a brush for drybrushing or sealing. A basing kit or tray helps organize materials, while pigment fixers and varnishes ensure long-lasting results. For advanced effects, texture pastes and resin toppers can enhance realism.
Yes. Many brands offer themed basing sets for specific environments like tundra, desert, forest, or ruins. These kits typically include a mix of materials—tufts, gravel, sand, and pigments—designed to work together to achieve a cohesive look for your models or armies.
Basing materials add realism, context, and visual interest to your miniatures. A well-based model not only looks more complete but also helps tie your army or diorama into its theme. It’s a quick and satisfying way to elevate your painting and showcase your creativity.