SoftPlan- Techniques, Tips, and Tricks
Friday, February 17, 2012

Post & Beam Trusses - Modified Hammer Truss

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This is all done in SoftPlan! Start in Drawing Mode Use lines & Arcs Make sure Snap (F11) is on Using Mirror Tool helps if you use a...
Saturday, December 10, 2011

Fluted stock, board & batten siding, edge & center bead wainscoting!

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This is all done in SoftPlan! Click on image for larger view Create a profile (or import one) Explode (CTRL+C) so it is all lines, arc...
Monday, September 5, 2011

Window Stools and Aprons !

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Ever wonder how to get window stools and aprons to show in 3D renderings ? Use the Draw > Countertop Tool ! Drawing Mode In plan vie...
Sunday, September 4, 2011

Canted Walls Tip ! Use profile in wall definition.

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Think light house where the walls tilt inward to form a cone shape if you will. In the wall definition table at the far right is the Profi...
Sunday, June 5, 2011

Beginners Tip !

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Use Divide Segments (Misc) when placing posts, piers, etc.. Make sure to have Snap (F11 key) on
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I have been in the construction industry for over 30 years. Mainly residential, light commercial. Started helping my Dad with his building for his electronic business. I have built modulars, panelized, custom, apartment buildings and passive solar/super insulated homes. My Dad designed the 1978 Leger House which was a Passive/Super insulated home in New England. I have extensive remodeling experience in residential and have remodeled several restaurants and tenant fit ups. I have been using SoftPlan since V.12 and currently using V.2012.2.2. I have numerous posts on SPLASH & Spline (Facebook) which include custom SoftList formulas along with tips, & tricks.
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