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The Ultimate Filament Guide
All 3D Printing Filament Types Explained – Properties, Printing & Best Uses

Confused by filament choices? This updated guide breaks down each type — from everyday PLA to high-performance PEEK — so you can print smarter.

by Carolyn Schwaar
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Playing With PLA
Everyone Needs to Print With These PLA Filaments – No Exceptions

Find the best PLA filament for your needs and budget with our favorites from years of testing and experimenting!

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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.

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To Smooth, or Not to Smooth?
PLA Smoothing: How to Smooth 3D Prints

Layer lines are a fact of FDM 3D printing. Check out our simple guide on PLA smoothing to learn how to smooth 3D prints and hide the lines!

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Watching Paint Dry
Painting PETG, PLA & Other Plastics – 4 Methods

Painting 3D prints can be challenging. Check out our guide to painting plastics like PETG, PLA, ABS, nylon, and more.

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Spice Up Your Prints
Secrets, Tips & Tricks to Painting PLA for Flawlessly Smooth Results

Want multicolor prints without a multicolor 3D printer? Paint them! Check out our complete guide to painting PLA.

by Brian Obudho
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PLAying with Adhesion
PLA Not Sticking to Bed: 6 Simple Solutions

When it comes to printing in PLA, not sticking to the bed is a common issue. Read on for six simple solutions to this problem!

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Clear Winners
The Best Transparent & Clear PLA Filaments

If you want to easily 3D print lampshades or other clear items, try PLA transparent filament! Check out the best brands.

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Let's Flex
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!

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PLA, ABS, or PETG – Which One Should You Use?
PLA vs ABS vs PETG: The Main Differences

Among 3D printing filaments, PLA, ABS, and PETG are the most popular choices. See the sides to the PLA vs. ABS vs. PETG debate!

by Shayon Khaled
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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
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Set In Stone
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!

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Fragile: Keep Dry
How to Dry Filament: PLA, ABS, Nylon & More

Moisture from the air can easily ruin your 3D printer filament, meaning it can also ruin your prints. Find out how to properly dry filament!

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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.

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Nature's Calling
The Secret to 3D Prints That Look, Feel, and Smell Like Real Wood

Wood PLA filament adds a natural touch to your 3D prints with a hint of sustainability. But which wood-filled filament is best!

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They're Electrifying!
The Best Conductive Filaments

Conductive filament is gaining in popularity for DIY electrical projects. Read on to learn more and find out the best brands!

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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.

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Get a Grip!
3D Print Warping: PLA, PETG, ABS – 4 Easy Fixes

If 3D prints cool unevenly, they can curl away from the build plate. Check out four easy ways to fix 3D print warping with PLA, PETG, & ABS.

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Getting an A in PLA
The Best PLA Bed & Print Temperature Settings

Figuring out the best PLA print and bed temperature can be tricky. Check out this quick guide to learn all you need to know.

by Ethan Sommer
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Filament For Your Flavor
The Best Food-Safe PLA Filaments

If you want to 3D print anything that touches food, do it safely! Read on to see some recommended food-safe PLA filament brands.

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