How To Guide: Applying Textures in Formlabs PreForm Software
One of the most striking yet underutilised features in Formlabs PreForm is its native support for texture mapping — letting you add rich surface detail without needing to sculpt every bump in CAD. In this how-to guide, we’ll walk you through how to paint faces in your 3D model, export the appearance data via STEP, and then bring it into PreForm for final texture assignment.
Whether you’re after a subtle grain, a bold embossing, or a complex displacement pattern, this workflow lets you blend the freedom of CAD design with PreForm’s intuitive texture tools. We’ll also highlight key tips — like choosing the right amplitude for SLS parts and printing textured surfaces at angles — to help you get the most from each print.
Ready to bring your parts to life? Let’s dive in.
How to Choose the Right 3D Printing Service in the UK: FDM, SLA or SLS?
Choosing the right 3D printing service in the UK can be tricky. This guide breaks down the key differences between FDM, SLA, and SLS technologies to help you pick the best option for your project’s needs, budget, and finish quality.
Blog Post: Early May Bank Holiday 2025
Home Make the Most of the Bank Holiday with Custom 3D Prints from SGD 3D As the UK gears up for the May bank holiday, there’s no better time to kick back, relax — and get creative! Whether you’re planning a quiet weekend at home or looking for something unique to bring to a gathering, […]
Blog Post: Earth Day 2025
Home 🌍 Earth Day 2025: Restoring Our Planet, One Action at a Time Every year on April 22nd, people around the world unite to celebrate Earth Day—a global movement dedicated to protecting the planet and promoting environmental sustainability. In 2025, the theme is “Planet vs. Plastics”—a rallying cry to drastically reduce plastic production, use, and […]
Blog Post: Easter Holiday 2025 Opening Times
Important Update: Our offices will be closed on 18/04/2025 until 22/04/2025 – any orders placed will still be processed automatically.
Blog Post: The File Size Of .STL And .OBJ 3D Models
This comprehensive guide will explain how to export your STL and OBJ files
3D Printing News: Formlabs Excites with Innovative New Tech in Spring Announcement
Formlabs unveils their latest hardware, materials and software releases
3D Printing News: Sinterit Announces Faster SLS Printer For Under $20K
13th March 2025 – Sinterit announces their latest SLS printer for less than $20K
3D Printing News: Raise3D Announces SLS 3D Printer at TCT Asia
17th March 2025, Raise 3D announces the latest addition to their portfolio – SLS 3D printing
3D Printing News: Fabulous PA11 DETECT Powder Available on Formlabs Fuse
Fabulous announces that their Blue PA11 is now a FORMLABS-qualified material