SketchUp Pro Civil Contractor: Trimble Site Contractor Bundle
SketchUp Pro Civil Contractor bundles Trimble Site Contractor and Field Points for site layout and machine control. What it costs and who should skip it.
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New tutorials, reviews and release notes — researched, cited and updated when SketchUp changes.
Free SketchUp Model: Modern Sputnik Chandelier, 18 Lights
A free, detailed mid-century modern sputnik chandelier for SketchUp, in brushed brass with 18 frosted globe lights and a 23 in downrod. Download the .skp or open it on 3D Warehouse.
How to Fix Reversed Faces in SketchUp (Blue Faces, Fast)
Blue faces in SketchUp can break renders and 3D prints. Learn what reversed faces are, how to fix them with Reverse and Orient Faces, and how to check solids.
Free SketchUp Model: 24 in Wall-Hung Bathroom Sink with Faucet
A free, lightweight wall-hung bathroom sink for SketchUp, with a single-lever chrome faucet and P-trap at an accessible 34 in rim height. Download the .skp or open it on 3D Warehouse.
SketchUp vs Rhino: Which Should Designers Learn First?
SketchUp vs Rhino compared on modeling method, Grasshopper, price, learning curve and industries, plus how to move models between them when you need both.
Free SketchUp Model: 6 ft Park Bench with Backrest
A free, lightweight 6 ft park bench component for SketchUp, with slatted seat and back on cast-iron end frames. Download the .skp or open it on 3D Warehouse.
Free SketchUp Model: Queen Bed with Upholstered Headboard
A free, lightweight queen platform bed for SketchUp, with a walnut frame, tall upholstered headboard and full bedding. Download the .skp or open it on 3D Warehouse.
Lumion vs Enscape for SketchUp Users: Which Should You Pick?
Lumion vs Enscape for SketchUp: live-link workflow, render quality, asset libraries, animation, hardware and pricing, with who should pick which.
SketchUp End of Support: 2024 Ends Jan 31, 2027 – What to Do
SketchUp's End of Support page was updated Oct 6, 2026. SketchUp 2024 loses support on Jan 31, 2027 – here is what stops working and how to plan the upgrade.
Free SketchUp Model: 65 in Flat-Screen TV on a Pedestal Stand
A free, lightweight 65 in flat-screen TV component for SketchUp, with a removable pedestal stand. Download the .skp or open it on 3D Warehouse.
Free SketchUp Model: Double-Hung Window 36 × 60
A free 36 × 60 in double-hung window component for SketchUp, with two sliding sashes, clear glass and a sill. Download the .skp or open it on 3D Warehouse.
SketchUp Sandbox Terrain: Contours, Scratch and Stamping a Pad
Model terrain with SketchUp's Sandbox tools: build a TIN from contours or from scratch, sculpt it with Smoove, then stamp a flat building pad step by step.
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Rendering
Photorealistic rendering with V-Ray, Enscape, D5, Twinmotion and more.
Industry Workflows
SketchUp for architecture, interiors, woodworking, landscape and 3D printing.
Hardware & Setup
Computers, GPUs, mice and peripherals for smooth SketchUp performance.
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