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What Is CAD for Furniture Design?

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With computer-aided design software (CAD) Furniture DIYers can sketch, lay out, and design furniture, then get material and cut lists and exported data for cutting or milling, all in the same program. 3D CAD for furniture design turns “what if” into “what is.”

Why Is CAD Software Good for Furniture Design?

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Using CAD to design furniture helps you improve your designs and create beautiful, functional pieces. 

  • Visualize Easily: No more wondering how that table you’re imagining will look. With CAD for furniture design you can easily change dimensions and materials.
  • Save Time and Materials: CAD for furniture design creates more precise drawings and lets you spot design issues before you cut a single piece of wood. 
  • Access Designs Anywhere: With cloud-enabled CAD programs for furniture design, you can access and work with designs from a tablet or even a smartphone. 

Pick the Makers package that's right for you:

SOLIDWORKS Cloud Apps for Makers

 

Next-generation of browser-based 3D CAD Apps

 

Features include:

  • Cloud 3D CAD: Browser-based
  • Cloud Storage
  • Simulation: Motion Studies
  • Access to Learning Content and Maker Communities

 

Devices Supported:

  • Chromebooks, MACs, Tablets, Windows PC
  • No installation required

3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS for Makers

 

Proven and powerful SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD

 

Features include:

  • 3D CAD: Locally Installed
  • Local & Cloud Storage
  • Photorealistic Rendering
  • 2.5 & 3-Axis CAM
  • Access to Learning Content and Maker Communities

Devices Supported:

  • Windows PC 
  • Installation required

Need a detailed comparison between these packages?

 

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Parts & Assemblies
 
 
Drawings
 
 
Freeform Designs
 
 
Sheetmetal
 
 
Structural & Framing
 
 
Mold Design
 
 
Motion Studies
 
 
CAM (NC Programming)
 
 
Rendering
 
 
No Installation Required
 
PC Installation
Learning Content
 
 
Online Communities
 
 

 

 

Best Features of Furniture Design CAD Software

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3DSketch

A digital way to sketch; quickly write out your ideas as they come to you, then work with them later.

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3DWhiteboard

Record your inspiration with note-taking, sketch tools, and mood boards.

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Toolbox

Choose from a variety of hardware, like screws, washers, nuts and bolts, that automatically size to your design.

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Library Features

Save your frequently used components, like dove tails and steel screws to your library for easy use.

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DXF Export

Export your DXF files and use them in CNC machining and laser cutting or make cutting patterns.

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Automatic Material Lists

Get cut lists and material lists that update as your design changes. Know what you need and how to cut it.

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