The Story
Macragge Blue is the definitive Ultramarines blue — a clean, mid-toned blue that's become one of the most recognised colours in the hobby. As a base it delivers strong, even coverage, giving you a bright, confident foundation to layer and edge-highlight over.
At a glance
- Type: Base paint, Warhammer Colour range
- Finish: Smooth matt
- Volume: 12ml pot
- Colour: Mid blue
Best for
- Laying a solid, opaque foundation in one or two coats
- Blocking in blue armour, cloth and heraldry
- Taking layer highlights and shade washes cleanly over the top
Get it down early and the rest of the model builds faster — a clean, even blue base makes edge highlights sing.
Get it down early and the whole model builds faster. Fill out your base paints, then move up through the layer range — and grab a brush while you're here.

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.

Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Description
Macragge Blue is the definitive Ultramarines blue — a clean, mid-toned blue that's become one of the most recognised colours in the hobby. As a base it delivers strong, even coverage, giving you a bright, confident foundation to layer and edge-highlight over.
At a glance
- Type: Base paint, Warhammer Colour range
- Finish: Smooth matt
- Volume: 12ml pot
- Colour: Mid blue
Best for
- Laying a solid, opaque foundation in one or two coats
- Blocking in blue armour, cloth and heraldry
- Taking layer highlights and shade washes cleanly over the top
Get it down early and the rest of the model builds faster — a clean, even blue base makes edge highlights sing.
Get it down early and the whole model builds faster. Fill out your base paints, then move up through the layer range — and grab a brush while you're here.















