In this video, I take you through the entire process of how I smooth my PLA 3D prints for a resin-like result. This Super Mario print came off the printer a little rough so I thought it would be helpful to show you how I smooth out all the layer lines and imperfections. I show you exactly how I sand, putty, and prime this print step by step. This process take a lot of time and patience but I think it's totally worth it.
Tools I use:
80 Grit Sanding Sponge:
150 Grit Sanding Sponge:
220 Grit Sanding Sponge:
320 Grit Sanding Sponge:
80 Grit Sand Paper:
120 Grit Sand Paper:
220 Grit Sand Paper:
600 Grit Sandpaper:
Course Sanding Sticks:
Fine Sanding Sticks:
DeBurring Bits:
2in1 Filler & Sandable Primer
Dremel:
Pink Plastic Wood Putty:
Mini Plier Set:
Pick Set:
00:00 - Disclaimers
2:12 - Processing Tools
4:59 - Inspecting the Model
6:42 - Sanding Process
11:37 - Priming Process
11:53 - Fill and Putty
14:07 - THANK YOU!
14:43 - Sanding the rest
25:22 - First Layer of Primer
25:51 - Inspecting Model for Imperfections
26:39 - Sand Primer to smooth
32:48 - Fill and Putty
35:08 - Sand & Smooth the Putty
36:09 - Primer Again
36:35 - Inspect & Sand..Again...
38:20 - Final Reveal
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