u/geo01005

Been experimenting with a top surface technique that's a bit different from the standard exposed infill approach. Instead of removing the top layers entirely, I'm using a modifier mesh to add a single decorative infill layer on top of an otherwise fully solid part. The structure underneath stays intact, the texture is purely cosmetic.

Posted the result a few days ago over in r/gridfinity and got some questions about how it's done, so I put together a full walkthrough video.

Covers the modifier mesh setup, layer preview so you can see exactly what's happening, and a few different infill patterns and how they look as a surface finish.

Two methods are shown in the video, along with how to use CNCKitchen tool, Bump mesh, to make texture on the outside of parts.

YouTube: How to Add a Decorative Texture to Any 3D Print (Part Stays Fully Solid)

Files are free on MakerWorld and Printables if you want to print the bin from the video. More details at Youtube.

Wanted something that actually fit my 1" Starrett mic and matched it for once instead of just tossing it in a generic bin. Built this around the mic and a small wrench, then played around with three different top surface finishes to see what looked/felt best.

Two have a textured finish, one matches the rest of the print. The texture isn't usual fully exposed infill. it's a different technique I've been experimenting with that keeps the part fully solid top layer underneath.

Curious which finish people like best, and happy to share more details on how it's done if there's interest. I might put together a quick video on it.

What's everyone else doing for finishing on display/tool bins like this?

The case that comes with the Pittsburgh Pro 30-piece mini screwdriver set takes up way more drawer space than the tools actually need. I Designed a 1×3 Gridfinity bin that holds the driver, tweezers, and all the bits. No supports needed, fits the set perfectly.

I'm much happier that I now have these tools in my main toolbox rather than needing to look for the sent when I need it.

Free file in the comments if anyone wants to print one.

Anyone else use Gridfinity in their toolbox drawers? Curious if this community has gotten into it or if it's mostly a 3D printing crowd thing.

The original case for this set takes up way more drawer space than the tools actually need. Designed a 1×3 Gridfinity bin that holds the handle and all three bit rails in one spot. No supports needed, fits the set perfectly.

This is a repost with the images.