Troubleshooting

3D print not sticking to bed — warped print lifting off the build plate during a failed first layer adhesion attempt

3D Print Not Sticking to Bed? Here’s How to Fix It (Step-by-Step)

Dialing In 3D / May 8, 2026

A complete guide to fixing 3D print bed adhesion problems — covering Z-offset adjustment, bed temperature by material, build surface types, brim and raft settings, draft elimination, and hardware checks for PLA, PETG, ABS, TPU, and Nylon.

How to fix stringing in 3D prints — before and after comparison showing stringing eliminated through retraction, temperature, and speed settings

Troubleshooting

How to Fix Stringing in 3D Prints (2026): Step-by-Step Guide for Clean Results

Dialing In 3D / May 7, 2026

A complete step-by-step guide to fixing stringing in 3D prints — covering nozzle temperature, retraction settings, combing mode, travel speed, and filament drying. Includes slicer-specific settings for Bambu Studio, Orca Slicer, and Cura, plus material-specific guidance for PLA, PETG, TPU, and ABS.