Micro-Mark Acrylic Paint Thinner, 20ml

Micro-Mark acrylic paints are designed to provide coverage without brush strokes. However, depending on what you are painting, it may need a thinner be smoother upon application. Use the 20ml Acrylic Paint Thinner to customize your application if needed.

• Designed specifically for thinning brush-applied acrylic paints
• Improves flow without sacrificing opacity or color intensity
• Reduces brush marks for a smoother, more even finish
• Slows drying time slightly for easier blending and layering
• Made in the USA

Micro-Mark Acrylic Paint Thinner for brush-on paints is formulated to enhance the performance of water-based acrylics during manual application. It maintains the integrity of the pigment while improving flow and workability, making it ideal for detail painting, washes, and glazing techniques. This thinner minimizes brush strokes and allows for finer control when painting miniatures, models, or terrain by hand.

Micro-Mark Brush-On Thinner is available in these sets

29503 US Military Acrylic Paint Set, 81pc

29443 Basic Acrylic Painting Set with Brushes, Mediums, & Empty Bottles, 89-piece set

Item #29384 Railroad Model Color Paint Set

Item #29367 Fantasy Color Acrylic Paint Set

Item #29421 Essentials Acrylic Paint Set

Modeling Use Cases

• Miniatures: Create smooth gradients on figures and clothing
• Wargaming Models: Blend colors on armor, cloaks, and weapons
• Model Trains: Brush thin layers on rolling stock or signage
• Dioramas: Tint textured surfaces or weather stone and wood
• Fine Detail: Reduce paint thickness for precision work with liners or spot brushes

To use Thinner for brush-on acrylics effectively, follow these steps:

How to Use Micro-Mark Thinner (Brush-On):

1. Start with a Small Amount
• Pour a small amount of the thinner into a mixing palette or separate cup.
• Never thin directly in the original paint bottle—this preserves shelf life and consistency.
2. Mix with Acrylic Paint
• Use a brush, stir stick, or pipette to combine 1–2 drops of thinner per brush-load of paint.
• Adjust the ratio based on how thin or fluid you want the paint to be.
• For base coats: ~10% thinner
• For washes or glazes: ~30–50% thinner
3. Test Before Applying
• Always test the thinned paint on a scrap or hidden area first.
• You’re looking for smooth flow without pigment separation or excessive transparency.
4. Apply with a Brush
• Use a fine or medium brush depending on the detail level.
• The thinner helps paint flow into crevices and over textured surfaces evenly.
• You'll notice reduced brush marks and improved blending.
5. Clean-Up
• Clean brushes with water right after use.
• If paint starts to dry on your brush, dip it in thinner briefly to loosen.

Tips for Best Results:

• Don't over-thin or you'll lose coverage and adhesion.
• Use a wet palette to keep thinned paint workable longer.
• Ideal for layering, edge highlights, or hand-applied washes.

This thinner is also available in an 8 oz size bottle at Micro-Mark Brush-on Thinner.