Layer by Layer: The Essential Beginner's Guide to 3D Printing

By Mario G Nicotra

(Standard colour on white paper)

Turn Curiosity Into Your First Successful Print

3D printing looks like magic until you understand how it actually works - then it becomes a skill you can master.

Layer by Layer is a complete, no-jargon guide built for absolute beginners. Whether you're still deciding which printer to buy or you've just unboxed your first machine and don't know where to start, this book walks you through everything: how FDM and resin printers actually build an object, which filament or resin to use and why, how to set up and calibrate your printer, how to read and fix failed prints, and how to keep your machine running for years.

Inside, you'll find: A clear, honest buying guide for your first printerFilament and resin comparisons you can actually useStep-by-step slicing and calibration instructionsA troubleshooting guide for the most common print failuresMaintenance schedules and quick-reference cards you'll return to again and againA brand-by-brand printer comparison to help you choose a specific modelNo prior experience needed. No engineering degree required. Just clear explanations, real diagrams, and the confidence to hit print.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0HFNVLKD4
• ISBN13: 9798192821503
• Release Date: August 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.93 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 7.0" x 10.0"