If your first layer isn’t sticking, your nozzle is either too high, your bed is dirty, or your settings are off. Fixing first layer adhesion comes down to proper Z offset, a clean surface, and slower first layer settings. If you don’t fix this, nothing else matters—every print starts with the first layer. This post […]
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How to Clean a PEI Build Plate (Fix Adhesion Issues Fast)
A dirty PEI build plate is one of the biggest reasons prints stop sticking. To clean a PEI build plate properly, use isopropyl alcohol regularly and wash with dish soap when adhesion drops. If your prints suddenly stop sticking—even with perfect settings—your build plate is almost always the problem. This post contains affiliate links. As […]


