The best resin for miniatures and models: comprehensive guide

Printing miniatures and models in resin is now the preferred method for hobbyists, designers, wargamers and industry professionals who demand extreme precision, smooth surfaces and ultra-fine detail.
But with so many types of resin available — standard, ABS-like, flexible, tough, ceramic-like, high-detail — choosing the right one isn’t easy.

In this complete 2025 guide, you will discover:

• the best resins for miniatures

• which ones to use depending on your project

• pros and cons of each material

• printing and post-processing tips

• the real differences between budget and professional-grade resins

Why use resin for miniatures?

Unlike FDM, SLA/MSLA resin printing offers:

• extremely high detail quality (25–50 microns)

• smooth, uniform surfaces

• exceptional geometric accuracy

• ideal results for fantasy miniatures, collectible figures, scale modelling and wargaming

Resin allows you to produce pieces that look professionally made, with ultra-fine lines, crisp edges and perfect curves.

The most commonly used resin types for miniatures

Not all resins are the same.
Here is an overview of the main categories.

Standard Resin

The most commonly used for display miniatures.

Advantages:

• excellent balance between quality and cost

• smooth surfaces and well-defined details

• affordable price

Best for:

• busts, statues, static models

• display miniatures

• aesthetic prototypes

ABS-Like Resin

The most versatile resin for gaming miniatures.

Advantages:

• higher impact resistance

• less brittle than standard resin

• great for thin parts (swords, spears, arms)

Best for:

• wargame miniatures

• parts subjected to constant handling

• thin elements that must remain durable over time

Tough / Impact-Resistant Resin

For miniatures that need to be practically unbreakable.

Advantages:

• mechanical resistance similar to nylon

• excellent elasticity

• ideal for functional parts

Best for:

• toys

• moving parts

• components requiring high robustness

Ceramic Resin

For artistic miniatures with a premium matte finish.

Advantages:

• ceramic or porcelain-like appearance

• extremely smooth surfaces

• excellent for painting

Best for:

• statuettes, busts and collectible models

• “museum-grade” display models

Display miniatures and gaming models: comparing needs

What is the best resin for miniatures?

It depends on what you need:

• For wargames / tabletop use:
  ABS-Like / Tough Resin
• For display miniatures:
  Ceramic Resin
• For strong, break-resistant parts:
  Tough Resin
• For maximum detail (hair, faces, textures):
  Ceramic Resin
• For flexible accessories:
  Versatile Resin

How to choose the right resin: quick checklist

• What scale are you printing?

• Do you need extreme detail or durability?

• Will the miniatures be handled or only displayed?

• Do you need to paint them?

• Are you printing for aesthetic or functional prototypes?

• Do you want matte (ceramic-like) or glossy surfaces?

Printing tips for perfect miniatures

✔ Correct orientation
Avoid large vertical flat surfaces → they show layer lines.
Tilting the model by 30–45° improves detail reproduction.

✔ Thin but numerous supports
Better many small supports than a few thick ones.

✔ Washing + controlled post-curing
Do not over-cure → it can make resin brittle.

✔ Use 0.025–0.05 mm layer height
The standard for ultra-detailed miniatures.

✔ Choose low-viscosity resins
They capture micro-details more effectively.

Which resins does Weerg use for professional miniatures?

Weerg uses ultra-precise professional resins, including:

• Ceramic Resin (premium aesthetic)

• Best Price MSLA Resins

• Technical resins for functional prototypes

• ABS-like resin

These resins guarantee:

• smooth surfaces

• tight tolerances

• incredible detail reproduction

• consistent, repeatable quality

• no deformation risks

Conclusion

Choosing the best resin for miniatures and models depends on your project: aesthetic, functional or gaming.
From standard to ultra-detailed, from ABS-like to ceramic-like, today there is a perfect solution for every need.

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