PLA Wood Fill
190–220
°C
Print Temp
45
°C
Max Service
Overview
PLA blended with fine wood particles (10-40%). Prints and smells like wood. Sandable, stainable, and paintable. Higher nozzle temperatures produce darker 'burnt' tones creating a natural wood-grain colour effect. Fragile — decorative and artistic use only.
Properties
Difficulty
intermediate
Flexibility
rigid
Layer Adhesion
fair
Enclosure
no
Heated Bed
no
Dry Storage
recommended
Pros
- Authentic wood appearance and smell
- Sandable to smooth finish
- Accepts wood stain and paint
- Pleasant pine smell during printing
- Temperature-variable colour tone
- Great for art and display
- Post-process with wood tools
Cons
- Brittle — not functional
- Abrasive — use 0.4mm+ hardened nozzle
- Clogs easily — clean hotend regularly
- Variable quality between brands
- Prone to particulate buildups
Best For
- Decorative objects|Figurines|Scale architectural models|Art installations|Cosplay props|Photo and display props|Rustic home décor
Avoid For
- Functional mechanical parts|Thin-wall prints|High-speed printing|Bowden systems prone to clogging
Storage
Store sealed like standard PLA. Wood particles absorb moisture — keep with desiccant.
Brands
ColorFabb WoodFilleSUN WoodPolymaker PolyWoodFormFutura WoodFilHatchbox Wood PLA