# \#3dprinting **URL:** https://forums.sketchup.com/tag/3dprinting/68.md [Latest](https://forums.sketchup.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.sketchup.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forums.sketchup.com/tags.md) --- ## [Multi-color 3d prints from SketchUp model](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/multi-color-3d-prints-from-sketchup-model/349040)
**Author:** [@calypso](https://forums.sketchup.com/u/calypso)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2026, 4:01pm UTC](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/multi-color-3d-prints-from-sketchup-model/349040 "2026-08-13T16:01:37Z")
I’ve been using SketchUp for many years. I’m not claiming to be an expert but I am pretty confident in my modeling skills. On the flip side, I’m brand new to 3d printing and looking to learn more. The topic that’s got me… --- ## [Creating 100% Solid, 3D-Printable Threads in SketchUp (My Ruby API Journey)](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/creating-100-solid-3d-printable-threads-in-sketchup-my-ruby-api-journey/348210)
**Author:** [@MoGrOv](https://forums.sketchup.com/u/MoGrOv)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2026, 7:59am UTC](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/creating-100-solid-3d-printable-threads-in-sketchup-my-ruby-api-journey/348210 "2026-07-09T07:59:17Z")
Hi everyone, I wanted to share a technical project I’ve been working on to solve a specific issue I kept running into with 3D printing. As someone who heavily relies on 3D printing for functional parts and jigs, I alway… --- ## [Locomotive type 735 "Pielstick" (3D print)](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/locomotive-type-735-pielstick-3d-print/348206)
**Author:** [@mikimaus](https://forums.sketchup.com/u/mikimaus)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2026, 2:38pm UTC](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/locomotive-type-735-pielstick-3d-print/348206 "2026-07-08T14:38:57Z")
Hi folks, I’m excited to share my latest project – a 3D-printed model of the Class 735 diesel locomotive, better known as the “Pielstick.” I have built two versions in 1:25 scale: A static display model printed in re… --- ## [What Happened to Print Options?](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/what-happened-to-print-options/275869)
**Author:** [@rpenoyer](https://forums.sketchup.com/u/rpenoyer)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2025, 7:46pm UTC](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/what-happened-to-print-options/275869 "2025-01-04T19:46:56Z")
I haven’t printed in SU2024 in a while. What happened to all the options? For example, where are “Print Size”, “Fit to page”, “Use model extents”, and “Print Quality”? Is there some way to access those features or get t… --- ## [Turn off Section Fill for 3D Printing style in Sketchup Web Free](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/turn-off-section-fill-for-3d-printing-style-in-sketchup-web-free/312715)
**Author:** [@timur.tabi](https://forums.sketchup.com/u/timur.tabi)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2025, 11:10pm UTC](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/turn-off-section-fill-for-3d-printing-style-in-sketchup-web-free/312715 "2025-02-11T23:10:08Z")
For Sketchup Web, can you please change the “3D Printing” style so that Section Planes are transparent? When I use a section plane, I want to look inside the model, to make sure that I don’t have any interior walls. But … --- ## [Import stl with the same surface borders error](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/import-stl-with-the-same-surface-borders-error/278154)
**Author:** [@proem](https://forums.sketchup.com/u/proem)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2024, 8:13pm UTC](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/import-stl-with-the-same-surface-borders-error/278154 "2024-06-28T20:13:18Z")
Hi! I want to modify a 3D model .stl file but after I import it I always get one surface borders error. If I fix it (see uploaded .skp file) and export as .stl than import it again the Solid Inspector2 always has the sa… --- ## [Error in 3D print, Cura](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/error-in-3d-print-cura/271652)
**Author:** [@Hilde](https://forums.sketchup.com/u/Hilde)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2024, 7:55am UTC](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/error-in-3d-print-cura/271652 "2024-05-09T07:55:39Z")
Hi, I’m having trouble with 3D printing for a school project, I keep getting an error in Cura, it says parts are missing and asks to fix my model. I would be super happy if someone could help me. Thank you! Lid (3).skp … --- ## [Nested Instances when trying to combine 2 solids](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/nested-instances-when-trying-to-combine-2-solids/254217)
**Author:** [@Kolby](https://forums.sketchup.com/u/Kolby)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2024, 6:19pm UTC](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/nested-instances-when-trying-to-combine-2-solids/254217 "2024-01-05T18:19:00Z")
Hello, I have been using SketchUp for a few months now but just started trying to model for 3d printing. I have been using Solid Inspector 2 which has been extremely useful. I have run into one problem though. I have cr… --- ## [How should I make a relief of my logo on an uneven surface?](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/how-should-i-make-a-relief-of-my-logo-on-an-uneven-surface/187346)
**Author:** [@davehoymusic](https://forums.sketchup.com/u/davehoymusic)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2022, 11:00pm UTC](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/how-should-i-make-a-relief-of-my-logo-on-an-uneven-surface/187346 "2022-02-01T23:00:53Z")
Hello, I’m working on a 3d printable chocolate bar for my chocolate company (which I plan to use to make silicone forms). I have a 3d version of our logo which I was able to use to make a relief in the bar using solid t… --- ## [Unable to 3D print with cuouts/holes](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/unable-to-3d-print-with-cuouts-holes/228502)
**Author:** [@DannyJ](https://forums.sketchup.com/u/DannyJ)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [April 29, 2023, 6:18pm UTC](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/unable-to-3d-print-with-cuouts-holes/228502 "2023-04-29T18:18:07Z")
Hi I am working on a small project of printing an flower pot, and having issues with a top edge and some holes that will not print. The top brim will not print and also not the holes, well I know the holes will not prin… --- ## [Struggles 3D printing](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/struggles-3d-printing/227956)
**Author:** [@sketchuser](https://forums.sketchup.com/u/sketchuser)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2023, 5:35am UTC](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/struggles-3d-printing/227956 "2023-04-28T05:35:07Z")
Hello!! I’m having a little trouble successfully 3D printing my SketchUp model. The model is built like this, with thickness on all sides (as recommended by posters here before). However, when I attempt to print the… --- ## [My Method of Modeling for 3D Printing](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/my-method-of-modeling-for-3d-printing/227095)
**Author:** [@DaveR](https://forums.sketchup.com/u/DaveR)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 15, 2023, 2:47am UTC](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/my-method-of-modeling-for-3d-printing/227095 "2023-04-15T02:47:29Z")
I did this up for someone who contacted me privately about modeling cleanly for 3D printing. Thought I’d share it here in case anyone else would find it helpful. For this example I’m modeling a small box with screw bosse… --- ## [Truebend smooth object](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/truebend-smooth-object/221159)
**Author:** [@eddy\_99](https://forums.sketchup.com/u/eddy_99)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2023, 9:27am UTC](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/truebend-smooth-object/221159 "2023-02-25T09:27:04Z")
How can I smooth an object after using or before using Truebend? The last pic is in SuperSlicer and the surface is not great. --- ## [Faces not working for 3d Print](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/faces-not-working-for-3d-print/207291)
**Author:** [@DigitalM](https://forums.sketchup.com/u/DigitalM)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2022, 6:20pm UTC](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/faces-not-working-for-3d-print/207291 "2022-09-05T18:20:37Z")
Can anyone please have a look and help me to fix this model? thank you BaseTEST.skp (1.2 MB) --- ## [Can anyone help me with this 3d model?](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/can-anyone-help-me-with-this-3d-model/189427)
**Author:** [@Swaggles](https://forums.sketchup.com/u/Swaggles)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2022, 7:51am UTC](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/can-anyone-help-me-with-this-3d-model/189427 "2022-02-10T07:51:02Z")
I made a model in SketchUp that I would like to 3D print. Of course I’m a complete novice with this software, but I tried to make a model anyways and learn along the way. After importing the model into Cura it gives me … --- ## [Text - ISO add 45 degree draft function](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/text-iso-add-45-degree-draft-function/161146)
**Author:** [@tocguy](https://forums.sketchup.com/u/tocguy)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2021, 5:44pm UTC](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/text-iso-add-45-degree-draft-function/161146 "2021-11-26T17:44:25Z")
Forum Search tool didn’t reveal this being discussed previously but it just seems like what I’m seeking might be easily handled natively or with extension so am looking to get educated here. 3D printed elements need sup… --- ## [3D Printing Help needed](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/3d-printing-help-needed/181563)
**Author:** [@yack.david](https://forums.sketchup.com/u/yack.david)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 18, 2021, 6:53am UTC](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/3d-printing-help-needed/181563 "2021-11-18T06:53:09Z")
OK, so I created a thing, I checked the thing. The thing shows as solid, the solid inspector has been run and cleared, and the cleanup tool has been run. I have started to print the thing 3 times, the area where the h… --- ## [Advice on how to make my model manifold for 3D printing in Cura](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/advice-on-how-to-make-my-model-manifold-for-3d-printing-in-cura/161425)
**Author:** [@bond25](https://forums.sketchup.com/u/bond25)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2021, 8:13pm UTC](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/advice-on-how-to-make-my-model-manifold-for-3d-printing-in-cura/161425 "2021-04-20T20:13:42Z")
Hi all. I am student working on a project trying to 3D print a physical model of a design I created in Revit. The design is a topo-surface from revit with a few objects on it. So far, I have been able to export the revit… --- ## [Intersected faces, without any faces present](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/intersected-faces-without-any-faces-present/156594)
**Author:** [@petervanbeelen](https://forums.sketchup.com/u/petervanbeelen)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2021, 4:46pm UTC](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/intersected-faces-without-any-faces-present/156594 "2021-04-19T16:46:22Z")
I keep having problems with preparation for 3d-printing models. I model mostly 1:1 scale and reduce to 1/35. In both sizes problems arise when exporting to stl. For checkup of the model i run Fixit 101, Solid Inspector2… --- ## [Gluing face to face failure?](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/gluing-face-to-face-failure/158166)
**Author:** [@jipibi92](https://forums.sketchup.com/u/jipibi92)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2021, 7:00pm UTC](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/gluing-face-to-face-failure/158166 "2021-04-07T19:00:47Z")
Hi, I want to “glue” face to face 2 solid groups to obtain 1 solid final group (which ultimately is to be 3Dprinted): group1( ’ AV 3D extrudé’) is a wall structure (with wooden doors and windows to be inserted in) grou… --- ## [3D Printing Prep Workflow Suggestions](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/3d-printing-prep-workflow-suggestions/156249)
**Author:** [@tysongersh](https://forums.sketchup.com/u/tysongersh)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2021, 8:38am UTC](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/3d-printing-prep-workflow-suggestions/156249 "2021-03-30T08:38:54Z")
Hey Everyone, I was just wondering if there’s been any updates to the 3D print prep work flow over the past few years. Currently I use Solid Inspector, but it can’t fix 90% of the issues it finds, so I end up spending h… --- ## [Shape fails 3D printing manufacturability analysis](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/shape-fails-3d-printing-manufacturability-analysis/154175)
**Author:** [@katedavis](https://forums.sketchup.com/u/katedavis)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2021, 11:49am UTC](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/shape-fails-3d-printing-manufacturability-analysis/154175 "2021-03-08T11:49:46Z")
Hey, I am hoping to make my own stackable coasters, by creating a sketchup model, exporting it to a STL file and getting it sent off to be 3D printed. When uploaded to the 3D printing website, it claims the file is ‘Bro… --- ## [My compressed air stinks, but I love it anyway](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/my-compressed-air-stinks-but-i-love-it-anyway/147543)
**Author:** [@robinmorritt](https://forums.sketchup.com/u/robinmorritt)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2020, 7:45pm UTC](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/my-compressed-air-stinks-but-i-love-it-anyway/147543 "2020-12-31T19:45:41Z")
Take an old propane tank, ferret round eBay for a car tyre pump, a tyre valve and a handful of fittings, throw in a some 3d printed parts … and you’ve got yourself a cheap airline. I was dead chuffed with the 1/4"… --- ## [Complex Solid](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/complex-solid/145087)
**Author:** [@AbotDaConqueror](https://forums.sketchup.com/u/AbotDaConqueror)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2020, 10:34am UTC](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/complex-solid/145087 "2020-12-06T10:34:54Z")
Please help me, I am losing my mind after 22 hours of trying to fix this model. First time poster, haven’t used sketchup in 10ish years. Trying to 3d print this (printing on Ender 3 V2), using Cleanup3 and Inspector2. I … --- ## [From woodworking to 3d model](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/from-woodworking-to-3d-model/134071)
**Author:** [@ddatti](https://forums.sketchup.com/u/ddatti)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2020, 10:45pm UTC](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/from-woodworking-to-3d-model/134071 "2020-08-20T22:45:41Z")
I have a sketchup model with a large 5ft x 5ft model of a dollhouse with lots of individual components. I am using this as a plan for woodworking, but I would like to get a 3D print as a replica / keychain size trinket f… --- ## [SUbD and 3D Printing](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/subd-and-3d-printing/130041)
**Author:** [@worked](https://forums.sketchup.com/u/worked)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2020, 6:09pm UTC](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/subd-and-3d-printing/130041 "2020-07-01T18:09:10Z")
Curious if adding resolution to my model via SUbD will print at the same resolution when exporting to a STL. In other words, if I smooth my model, will the STL maintain this resolution? --- ## [Recommended Measurement Units - 3D print](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/recommended-measurement-units-3d-print/122887)
**Author:** [@JoeU](https://forums.sketchup.com/u/JoeU)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2020, 12:17pm UTC](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/recommended-measurement-units-3d-print/122887 "2020-04-23T12:17:45Z")
When creating something for the purpose of 3D printing, which “Measurement Units” do you tend to utilize and at what precision? There is a BIG difference between 0mm 0.000000mm Based on that choice, what do you choos… --- ## [How do I "sink" lines into model so they can become visible for 3D printing?](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/how-do-i-sink-lines-into-model-so-they-can-become-visible-for-3d-printing/120146)
**Author:** [@aslanukov96](https://forums.sketchup.com/u/aslanukov96)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2020, 6:38pm UTC](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/how-do-i-sink-lines-into-model-so-they-can-become-visible-for-3d-printing/120146 "2020-03-28T18:38:55Z")
I am 3D printing models and to give them more detail, I need to show the model’s lines. The problem is those lines are not treated as a gap or other structural component but as another part of the surface so they do not … --- ## [Finishing Object for 3D Printing](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/finishing-object-for-3d-printing/116255)
**Author:** [@dustin.t.coffey](https://forums.sketchup.com/u/dustin.t.coffey)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2020, 1:42am UTC](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/finishing-object-for-3d-printing/116255 "2020-03-01T01:42:04Z")
Hi all, I’m struggling to merge the 3 groups you see in the file and eliminate (erase?) the sections so that the final object resembles what you see in the screen shot. I’m also really curious how I would prep the entir… --- ## [Give object thickness for 3d printing](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/give-object-thickness-for-3d-printing/117673)
**Author:** [@brainfarth](https://forums.sketchup.com/u/brainfarth)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 29, 2020, 11:12pm UTC](https://forums.sketchup.com/t/give-object-thickness-for-3d-printing/117673 "2020-02-29T23:12:00Z")
Is there a plugin that will automatically add thickness to the walls in my drawing? It’s a fan shroud that turned complicated quickly. Trying to create walls inside of it will be very difficult, so i’m wondering if there… [Next page](https://forums.sketchup.com/tag/3dprinting/68.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=3dprinting)