What’s the difference between gasket-sealed and regular lids?
1. Why Lid Type Actually Matters Filament storage isn’t just about the container—it’s about how well it seals. That all comes down to one component: ✅ The lid. ...
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Is It Better to Store Filament Vertically or Horizontally?
1. The Spool Storage Debate Should you store your 3D printer filament standing up like records on a shelf? Or lay them flat like pancakes in a stack? ...
Should You Re-Dry Filament Before Every Print Job?
1. Moisture Is Sneaky Let’s be honest—we’ve all skipped drying “just this once.” The filament looks fine. It feels fine. So you load it up and hit print… ...
What Is the Best Way to Store Filament After Drying?
1. Introduction: Drying Is Only Half the Battle You’ve done the hard work. You’ve dried your filament and it’s fresh, warm, and ready to go. Now the question ...
Can filament be stored in a garage or basement?
1. Filament Storage Isn’t Always Convenient We get it. Your workspace is small. Your filament collection is growing. And the garage or basement seems like the perfect out-of-the-way ...
Do color additives in filament affect how it should be stored?
1. Is All PLA Really the Same? You might think every spool of PLA stores the same way—but is that true? What if one spool is matte black ...
How to create a filament rotation system for efficient use and storage?
1. Stop Forgetting What You Have If you’ve ever ordered a new spool… …only to find the exact same color hiding in the back of your bin…you need ...
What’s the best way to store filament spools that are rarely used?
1. The Forgotten Spools in the Back We all have them—rarely used filament spools. Maybe it’s that glow-in-the-dark PLA you bought on a whim, or that Nylon spool ...
How Long Can 3D Printer Filament Sit Out Before It Goes Bad?
1. We’ve All Left It Out… But How Bad Is It? Let’s be real—sometimes you finish a print and forget to put the spool away. A few hours ...
How Climate Affects the Longevity of Stored 3D Filament?
1. Why Climate Isn’t Just About Comfort We usually think of weather as something that affects our mood, commute, or wardrobe. But if you’re into 3D printing, your ...