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Printed to order in Paris · shipped across the EU

Big ideas,
small forge.

Pick a design, set your size, get an instant price. Every model here is parametric — we print it to order and it reaches your door in days.

Starting at
€3.60
Models
32 customizable
Shipping
€4.90 · free ≥ €39
Fig. 01 — Twist vase · live 3DPLA · workshop ink
Printed to order in ParisPriced by the gram32 parametric modelsEU shipping €4.90 · free over €39PLA · PETG · TPU · resinNothing warehousedLive 3D quotesBig ideas, small forge.

01 · How it works

Idea in, object out — same morning

Everything happens in your browser: the 3D preview, the measurements and the pricing. You only pay when you're happy with what you see.

In your browser

Pick a model — or bring your own

Parametric designs shaped with live 3D sliders — or upload your own STL, OBJ, GLB or 3MF file and we'll measure it on the spot.

Live

Watch the price build up

Every slider re-prices your item instantly: material, print time, VAT and shipping, itemized. No waiting for an email quote.

Tracked

We print it, you get it in days

Check out with card via Stripe. Printed to order in Paris and shipped across the EU within days — €4.90, free over €39.

03 · Have your own file?

Upload it. We'll price it in seconds.

Drop an STL, OBJ, GLB or 3MF file and our analyzer measures its volume and dimensions right in your browser — then prices it in your chosen material. Watertightness is checked automatically.

Get my file printed

04 · Materials

Four materials, honest prices

Priced by the gram, not by the mood. The same formula for everyone, itemized on every quote — plastic is plastic, and we say what it costs.

Material€ / gmachine € / hProcessColorsBest for
PLA0.091.8FDM13Decor, gifts, lithophanes
PETG0.112.0FDM8Planters, outdoor parts
TPU (flexible)0.162.4FDM5Grips, brackets, hinges
Resin (SLA)0.193.2SLA5Miniatures, masters

* Print time is metered per job and shown as its own line on every quote.

In short

How much does it cost to 3D print in PLA?

PLA costs €0.09 per gram at smallforge — about €0.11 per cm³ of solid material — plus machine time from €1.80/h and a €2 setup fee, with a €3 minimum per order ex-VAT. Prices include 20% VAT at checkout, and shipping is a flat €4.90 EU-wide, free over €39.

PLA from €0.09/g (≈ €0.11/cm³) · min order €3 · prices as of September 2026

PLA from €0.09/g (≈ €0.11/cm³), printed to order in Paris and shipped EU-wide — €4.90 flat, free over €39 (September 2026).
Published prices, smallforge.fr — September 2026

05 · smallforge for Business

Branded runs from one desk to one thousand.

Name plates, welcome kits, event giveaways, small-batch prototype parts — your logo on things people actually keep. No 500-unit minimums, one contact, invoiced on terms.

See business pricing
TierVolumeTerms
Desk run1–9 unitsInstant quote, card payment
Team run10–49 units−10% · logo personalization included
Company run50+ units−15–25% · invoice on 14/30-day terms

06 · FAQ

Questions, answered

The essentials about pricing, files, materials and delivery.

01How much does 3D printing cost?

Every price is computed live from your model's actual volume: material (per gram) + printing time (per hour) + a €2 handling fee per order. A personalized keychain or bookmark starts around €3.88; a large vase typically lands between €12 and €28. The quote you see in the 3D configurator is the exact price you pay.

02What file formats can I upload?

We accept STL, OBJ, GLB/GLTF and 3MF files up to 100 MB. The file is analyzed right in your browser — volume, dimensions and price — without uploading anything to a server until you decide to order.

03How does the photo lithophane work?

Choose the Photo Lithophane in the catalog, upload any photo, and your browser converts it into a grayscale relief panel — dark areas print thicker, bright areas stay thin. When backlit, the image appears in soft tones of light. Your photo is only attached to the order when you check out.

04How fast will I get my print?

We print in Paris and ship across the EU. Most orders are printed within 2–3 business days and delivered within 3–5 business days of payment. You get an email with a tracking link as soon as your order ships.

05Which materials do you offer?

PLA (everyday prints, widest color range, translucent white for lithophanes), PETG (tough, water- and UV-resistant — great for planters and outdoor parts), TPU (flexible, rubber-like) and resin/SLA for ultra-detailed miniatures and jewellery. Every material works with the live quote.

More in the full FAQ →

If a design needs to be 2 mm different, it can be.

That's what a small forge is for. Made to order, sized to you, priced honestly.

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