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Guides

Painting tutorials, printing tips, and things we've learned at the print bed — a written companion to the YouTube channel.

Detail-painting a blue and gold dragon 3D print with a fine brush, acrylic paints in the background
· paintingprintingtips

How to Paint PLA and PLA+ Prints Without the Color Fading

Learn how to paint PLA and PLA+ prints without fading or absorption. Best acrylic markers, primers, and pro tips from a hobbyist maker.

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3D-printed robot bust shown half bare and half primed, next to a can of surface primer and a sanding stick
· paintingtips

Priming a 3D Print for Painting

The single step that makes the biggest difference on a paintable blank — how to prime a PLA print so paint actually sticks and the layer lines disappear.

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Red PLA and blue PETG test cubes on a 3D printer bed, measured with digital calipers
· printingtips

PLA vs PETG — Which Should You Print In?

A plain-English rundown of the two filaments we use most, and when each one is the right call for a print.

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Four friends around a table painting blank mini figures at a paint night
· paintingtipsevents

How to Host a Paint Night With Blank Figures

Blanks aren't just for solo projects — they make a great group activity. Here's how to run a low-stress paint night for friends or an event.

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