Recommended Print Settings
for PLA prints using FDM Printers and PLA
For best results, we recommend using the following print settings and slicer presets.
- Layer Height: 0.08mm (finer details) or 0.12mm (faster print)
- Nozzle Size: 0.4mm standard is sufficient, 0.2mm for even finer details
- Wall / Perimeter Count: 3 – 4 walls
- Top & Bottom Layers: 6-7 layers. Smooth, flat surfaces like table tops or cabinet doors need extra layers to hide infill lines completely.
- Infill: 15% – 20% Gyroid for most models. 100% infill recommended for models that use transparent PLA and for models that have fragile parts like thin table legs.
- First Layer Height: 0.2mm
- Supports: Supports may be necessary for some models. Be sure to check the individual model’s support recommendation in our catalog. Where supports are recommended, use tree (or organic) supports rather than standard grid supports.
- Orientation: In general, we haved saved our STL files so that models are in the exact orientation they should be printed. Print flat surfaces (like cabinet backs or table tops) facing upward or vertically to to reduce to need for supports on visible faces.
Slicer Presets
- Bambu Studio: 0.08mm High Quality or 0.12mm Fine
- OrcaSlicer: 0.08mm High Quality or 0.12mm Fine
- PrusaSlicer: 0.08mm Ultradetail or 0.12mm Detail
- UltiMaker Cura: 0.08mm Extra Fine or 0.12mm Super Quality
Assembly Instructions
Download the assembly instructions you need for Small & Nice 3D printable models here. Any models not listed here generally do not require assembly. Have questions? Get in touch!
