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Print the Rainbow
The Best Rainbow Filaments in 2025 (PLA & PETG)

Single-color 3D prints are so passé. Colorize your prints with rainbow PLA and PETG, and read on to learn about the best brands!

by Gloria E. Magarotto Jan 4, 2025
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The Ultimate Face-off
PETG vs PLA Filament: Properties, Printing & Examples

Wondering what the results are in the battle of PETG vs PLA? Read all about these two filaments to find out which one's best for you.

by Josiah Guthrie Dec 19, 2024
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High-Speed PLA Shoot-Out

With great speed comes great responsibility. Or does it? Check out different high-speed PLAs to see if they're the right choice for you.

by Gloria E. Magarotto Dec 18, 2024
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PLA + Plus!
PLA vs PLA+/Plus Filament: The Main Differences

In the battle of PLA vs. PLA+, there are some similarities and a handful of differences. Here's what you need to know about them.

by Josiah Guthrie Sep 25, 2024
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The Best PLA+/Plus Filaments – Buyer’s Guide

PLA+ filament is an improvement over PLA for a variety of reasons. Read on to learn about these, and to find the best PLA+ brands out there.

by Gloria E. Magarotto Sep 8, 2024
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Printing Royale
PLA vs ABS: The Main Differences

PLA and ABS are two of the most common 3D printing materials. Learn the differences between PLA vs ABS filaments and how to print them both!

by Gedeon Ang Aug 31, 2024
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Best Marble PLA Filaments: 15 Brands We Love

Whether truly composite or simply an ingenious color job, marble PLA yields impressive prints. Read on to learn about the best brands!

Jul 22, 2024
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Just PLAying Around
PLA Plastic/Material – All You Need to Know

What is PLA material? Learn all you need to know about PLA plastic: basics, advantages, properties, uses, types, sustainability, and more.

by Jackson O'Connell May 30, 2024
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What’s Flexible PLA & How Does It Compare to TPU?

Flexible PLA may seem like a oxymoron, but it's real and it's printable. Read all about it, how to print it, and how it compares to TPU!

May 28, 2024
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Solid to Soft
Glass Transition Temperatures of PLA, PETG & ABS

Different materials go from hard to soft at different temperatures. Learn all about PETG, ABS, and PLA glass transition temperatures.

Apr 20, 2024
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Is PLA Recyclable? – Simply Answered

A fantastic go-to material for 3D printing, is PLA recyclable? Help the environment (and possibly yourself) by learning all the details.

Apr 18, 2024
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What Doesn't Melt You Makes You Stronger
Annealing PLA for Stronger 3D Prints: 2 Easy Ways

When it comes to making your prints stronger, all you need is some time and more heat. Read about annealing PLA and PLA heat resistance!

by Lucas Carolo Mar 29, 2024
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Need for Speed
The Best 3D Print Speed Settings for PLA & More

Tuning your PLA print speed can be tricky. Learn how to find the perfect print speed settings for PLA and more materials!

Mar 2, 2024
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Friction Burns!
PLA Welding: How to Fuse 3D Printed Parts

Joining two printed parts by PLA welding can be tricky. Read on for tips and solutions that may help you in any situation.

Feb 10, 2024
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Is PLA Food Safe?

Food-safe 3D printing with PLA is a tricky subject. From FDA approvals to VOCs and UFPs, we'll help answer the question: Is PLA food safe?

by Elliot Johnson-Hall Feb 7, 2024
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Smoothing PLA 3D Prints Without Sandpaper

Learn how to smooth PLA 3D prints without sandpaper or other labor-intensive smoothing techniques! Check out these smooth methods!

Dec 27, 2023
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A Heated Discussion
The Best 3D Printing Temperatures for PLA, Nylon & More

3D printer temperature is an essential setting for success. Read on for the best temperatures for PLA, ABS, PETG, nylon, and TPU!

by Zachary Hay Dec 5, 2023
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Waste Less Want Less
PETG/PLA Recycling: How to Recycle 3D Printer Waste

3D printing doesn't have to be wasteful! Learn about PLA recycling, composting, and how to reduce waste with other materials like PETG.

by Michael Jones Nov 30, 2023
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Forging Ahead
Lost-PLA Casting: All You Need to Know

In our step-by-step guide about the amazing art of lost-PLA casting, learn how 3D printing meets traditional casting to create metal objects.

May 13, 2023
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Is PLA Actually Biodegradable?

The most popular 3D printing material, PLA, is said to biodegrade. Read on to learn how PLA is made, whether PLA is biodegradable, and more!

Sep 14, 2021
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