| Made from | Plant starch (corn or sugarcane) |
|---|---|
| Softens around | 55–60 °C |
| Strength | Stiff, good detail, can snap under sharp impact |
| Best for | Gifts, figures, organisers, display pieces, prototypes |
| Avoid | Hot cars, dashboards, direct summer sun, dishwashers |
Why most of our shop is PLA
PLA prints crisp detail, comes in the widest range of colours and finishes, and is the most affordable plastic to print. Almost every gift, lamp shade and desk piece in our shop is PLA.
Finishes
- Matte PLA hides layer lines and looks premium on gifts.
- Silk PLA has a soft metallic shine, used for our Christmas trees and bows.
- Translucent PLA lets light glow through, which suits lamps and night lights.
Care
Wipe with a dry or damp cloth. Keep out of hot cars and long direct sun. PLA is not dishwasher safe.