If you've ever tried to round or chamfer the sharp edges of a 3D model in SketchUp, you know it can be a tedious process. Without specialized tools, adding realistic, beveled edges to chairs, tables, or complex geometry is time-consuming. Fortunately, the SketchUp community offers powerful, often free, solutions to solve this.

: Allows rendering engines (like V-Ray or Enscape) to catch light highlights.

Available for free on the SketchUcation Plugin Store . Bevel by MindSight Studios

RoundCorner is the grandfather of all bevel plugins. Created by legendary developer Fredo6, this tool does far more than simple bevels . It offers:

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If FredoCorner feels too complex, (by ThomThom) isn't strictly a bevel tool, but it can bend geometry to create rounded edges. It is also free on the SketchUcation store. Use it for architectural details like rounded countertops.

Sharp edges in 3D modeling? That’s a rookie mistake. 😅

What is your go-to plugin for hard-surface modeling? Let me know below! 👇

I've been using SketchUp for years, and I've always been looking for ways to take my designs to the next level. That's why I was thrilled to discover the Bevel plugin, which I've been using for a while now. This plugin has been a total game-changer for me, and I'm excited to share my experience with fellow SketchUp enthusiasts.

Increase the number of segments in the RoundCorner dialog. Go to the "Advanced" tab and set "Number of segments" to 12 or 16 . For 3D printing, 8 is fine. For rendering, use 20+ .

Click the "Round" or "Bevel/Chamfer" icon on your plugin toolbar. Set the Parameters: