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3D printing is poised to change many industries as it grows more popular. The custom home building industry is one of the fields that is likely to see may changes as a result of this process. Large scale 3D printers can create any object that may be needed to construct a home, even roofing and parts of the home siding.

 

How Does 3D Printing Work?

The process of using a 3D printer may seem complicated, but it is very similar to using a computer to print a document on paper. The object is designed using a special computer program, sent to a printer, and created by the printer. With 3D printing, special fibers are used to create objects that are durable and usable in many applications. The process of 3D printing a large object can take hours to complete, but can be faster and more cost effective than waiting for the same item to ship across the country.

 

Reducing Delays in the Home Building Process

The biggest impact that 3D printing will have on home construction is the increase in speed that homes are built with. Current home builders often depend on supplies that have to travel via rail or truck to get to them in order to build a home. These materials can run into delays along the way, get damaged or even get lost in transport. 3D printing eliminates the need to wait for any materials to arrive. Portions of the home’s structure can be printed and assembled on site, saving time, money and reducing the carbon footprint of each home builder.

 

Create a Truly Custom Home

During the process of designing and creating a home with 3D printing, you can truly inject your style and vision into each element. If you have trouble finding a home out of the existing inventory on the market, customizing one of your own might be the only way to get exactly what you want. Collaborating with a custom home builder or architect, you can make sure that the home you design is practical but exactly as you envisioned it.

While 3D printing is still a fairly new innovation, as time goes by, more and more people will become aware of the benefits this kind of technology can bring to the home construction industry.