There was a time when most 3D printers used ABS plastic. It stinks, is probably bad for you, and tends to warp unless printed in a heated enclosure. So most people have gone to something else, mostly ...

There was a time when most 3D printers used ABS, which is a great plastic for toughness, but is hard to print with since it tends to warp. Worse still, it stinks and the fumes may be bad for you. Most ...

Finishing FDM prints like this involves a triumvirate of sanding, paint, and putty. The specific approach will vary a bit depending on the type of plastic you print, too. For instance, PLA doesn't ...