The Easiest Way to Finish PLA Prints (No Special Tools Needed!)

So, you’ve printed your model, maybe a phone stand, a figurine, or a mechanical part. It came off the printer in one piece, but it doesn’t quite look like what you had in mind. The surface is a bit rough, layer lines are visible, and support marks are all over. Good news? You don’t need […]

Why Your First 3D Prints Should Be with PLA

3d printer filament spool

When getting started with 3D printing, you will find yourself in the position to choose from what printer to use and the best 3D filament for your project, and if there’s one decision that can make or break your early printing experience, it’s the 3D filament you use. For PLA is one of the most […]

How to Paint PLA Filament: A Beginner’s Guide

Hand holding a 3D printed dinosaur skull model showing typical PLA layer detail

In this guide, we’ll show beginners how to paint PLA filament step by step, what materials to use, and how to get the smoothest results. Plus, we’ll share tips on choosing the best 3D filament for beginners and where to buy 3D printing filament in Nigeria. Why Paint PLA? PLA (Polylactic Acid) is the most popular material for […]

How to 3D Print Like Glass with Transparent Filament in Nigeria

Transparent 3D print of a clear vase showcasing glass-like clarity using PLA filament

The demand for 3D printing in Nigeria is rising fast, from engineering workshops and architecture firms to makerspaces and schools. Transparent printing adds a whole new level of professionalism to prototypes, display models, and consumer ready parts. And with more access to materials and local suppliers, achieving high quality prints is easier than ever. In […]

3D Print Filament Types: Which One Should You Use?

Multi-filament setup on a Bambu Lab 3D printer with various spools loaded.

What Are 3D Printer Filaments? 3D printer filaments are the materials used in FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling) 3D printers. Think of them as the “ink” for your printer, but instead of liquid, they come as long strands of thermoplastic wound onto spools. When heated, these filaments melt and are extruded layer by layer to create […]