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Basing Tabletop Miniatures Articles, News & Updates

Whether you’re finishing up a quick army or crafting display-worthy dioramas, this is your go-to spot for all things miniature basing.

It’s time to take those painted minis to the next level—starting from the ground up!


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From texture choices and basing materials to color matching, layering, and realistic effects like mud, snow, or rubble, we’ve got the guides, tips, and product recommendations to help your bases stand out.

Need to get your army based in a hurry? Want to dive into more advanced techniques like scenic storytelling or multi-layered terrain effects? No worries—we break it all down, step by step, so your bases look as sharp as the models they support.

So grab your glue, prep your tufts and grit, and let’s turn those plain bases into miniature masterpieces!

 

Stay in the know with the official Games Workshop bases to use for Warhammer 40k with this complete basing size guide for miniatures.

Read More | September 5th, 2025

Warhammer 40k Base Sizes Guide: Complete Reference

Stay in the know with the official Games Workshop bases to use for Warhammer 40k with this complete basing size...

Discover the best magnets for Warhammer bases, Games Workshop, and other tabletop games, and learn how to magnetize your miniatures for stronger connections with our step-by-step guide.

Read More | January 12th, 2025

How to Magnetize Resin & Plastic Bases For Miniatures

Discover the best magnets for Warhammer bases, Games Workshop, and other tabletop games, and learn how to magnetize your miniatures...

Upgrade your miniatures with the new Battlefield Trophies Kit featuring 288 unique basing bits, including skulls, helmets, and battlefield remnants, to add character to your Warhammer 40k army!

Read More | December 23rd, 2024

GW Wants You to Collect These New 40k Skulls

Upgrade your miniatures with the new Battlefield Trophies Kit featuring 288 unique basing bits, including skulls and helmets, for your...

Stay in the know with the official Games Workshop bases to use for Warhammer Age of Sigmar (AoS) with this complete basing size guide for miniatures.

Read More | September 5th, 2025

Warhammer Bases Guide: Complete AoS Base Size Reference

Stay in the know with the official Games Workshop bases to use for Warhammer Age of Sigmar (AoS) with this...

Enhance the look of your Guardsmen, Tyranids, or any models with 48 textured 25mm bases from Wargames Atlantic that are super-affordable!

Read More | April 17th, 2024

Score a Whopping 48 Textured Plastic Bases For Cheap Now!

Enhance the look of your Guardsmen, Tyranids, or any models with 48 textured 25mm bases from Wargames Atlantic that are...

It’s time to shake off the rust; Elrik’s Hobbies has a new Bretonnia Lance tray to help get that Old World army back in formation!

Read More | March 21st, 2024

Get Back In Formation With The Bretonnian Lance Tray

It's time to shake off the rust; Elrik's Hobbies has a new Bretonnia Lance tray to help get that Old...

Gamers Grass has completely reworked their new 2mm tufts to not only look better but also be easier to work with!

Read More | February 14th, 2024

Tons of New 2mm Tufts are Here From Gamers Grass!

Gamers Grass has completely reworked their new 2mm tufts to not only look better but also be easier to work...

Pumice vs. Resin Sand: see which is better for basing your miniatures and how to use both to fill in around terrain bits to create the perfect base!

Read More | January 9th, 2024

Pumice vs. Resin Sand For Basing Your Miniatures

Pumice vs. Resin Sand: see which is better for basing your miniatures and how to use both to fill around...