Transform your miniature painting projects with Citadel's Nuln Oil, a premium shade paint specifically formulated to add depth, definition, and realistic shadows to your models. This versatile dark wash shader is an essential tool in any miniature painter's collection, perfect for both beginners and experienced artists alike.
Nuln Oil is a sophisticated black wash that settles naturally into the recesses and details of your miniatures, creating authentic shadowing effects with minimal effort. The carefully balanced formulation ensures consistent flow characteristics, allowing the paint to reach even the smallest crevices while maintaining excellent control during application.
This shader paint comes in a practical 18ml Citadel paint pot featuring a secure flip-top lid and a wide, stable base. The container is engineered to prevent paint spillage and minimize drying, helping to extend the life of your paint. The unique pot design also includes an inner lid mechanism that helps maintain the perfect consistency of your shade paint between uses.
Key features and benefits:

Premium dark wash shader that creates natural-looking shadows
Self-settling properties that enhance model details
Excellent coverage and flow characteristics
Consistent application results
Compatible with all major miniature paint brands
Specially formulated for plastic, resin, and metal miniatures
Non-toxic and water-based formula

Ideal applications include:

Defining armor plates and metallic surfaces
Creating depth in cloth folds and textile details
Enhancing leather and wood textures
Strengthening contrast in recessed areas
Adding shadows to skin tones and organic surfaces
Weathering effects on vehicles and terrain pieces

Application tips:
For best results, apply Nuln Oil after your base colors have completely dried. The shader can be used straight from the pot or diluted with water for more subtle effects. Apply with a clean brush in a controlled manner, allowing the paint to naturally flow into recesses. For larger areas, work in sections to ensure even coverage. The paint typically dries within 15-20 minutes under normal conditions, creating a slightly matte finish that integrates seamlessly with your existing paint work.
This shade paint is particularly effective when used in conjunction with layering techniques, helping to create smooth transitions between colors and adding professional-quality finishing touches to your miniatures. The versatile nature of Nuln Oil makes it an indispensable tool for achieving everything from subtle shading to dramatic shadow effects.