Multiple factors, such as the home’s size, the complexity of the design, and the 3D printing technology in use, can greatly affect the length of time required to complete a 3D printed home. Depending on the complexity of the project, 3D printing construction can often be completed in a matter of days or weeks, significantly less time than conventional building methods (Remember, today, we are focused on 3D-printed walls or the frame of the home.)
The length of time needed to complete a 3D printed home is largely dependent on its size. It may take more time to print a larger home or building than a smaller one because larger structures use more material. As a result of the additional time and effort required for their design and implementation, printing complex designs or structures with unique features can take more time.
The type of 3D printing technology employed is another consideration that can lengthen or shorten the time required to construct a home using this method. Some 3D printing technologies may be able to print a house more quickly than others because of their superior speed or other advantages. Some materials take longer to print on than others, and the speed of the printing process can also depend on the materials being used.
Construction time for a 3D-printed home can range widely from one project to the next and from one technology to the next. With the right preparation and cutting-edge 3D printing technology, however, a 3D printed home can be made in a short amount of time, often much less so than with conventional building methods.
About the Author: Reynaldo Santana
Author, Ph.D. Candidate in 3D Printing Construction, Ted Talk Speaker, 3D Printing Consultant & Mastermind Group Creator.