PaperMate: The paper towel holder that’s your best friend in the shop 3D printable model by Adam L
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PaperMate: The paper towel holder that’s your best friend in the shop

Source: MakerWorld by Adam L

The PaperMate: The paper towel holder that’s your best friend in the shop is a free printable 3D model from MakerWorld by Adam L. I wanted a free-standing paper towel holder that both kept things tidy and made it easy to tear one sheet at a time. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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130 saves Source: MakerWorld Updated 2026-09-27 Print time: 5h 8m Filament: 112 g License: CC-BY-NC · non-commercial ★ 5.0 (8) 62 makes Category: Decor & Art

Tags: holder, spring, springloaded, compliant, papertowel, papertowelholder

About this model

I wanted a free-standing paper towel holder that both kept things tidy and made it easy to tear one sheet at a time. This design went through a few iterations and failures until I got something that works well. I printed it in Prusament Yellow gold, but i'll probably re-print in another color, because i've decided I don't love this color.Detailed instructions are below. Don't be scared by the detail though, this is not a hard print to make and assemble… I just want people to succeed the first time!  Printing Instructions:Base choice (choose one)Stock base4 Hole Hold-down versionDesigned to screw into something heavy or stable to give the holder extra heft, or to secure it to something. Enables easier 1-handed use.Rod Variations:Stock rod Total height with base = 240 mm.Extension RodExtra s…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?
Yes. PaperMate: The paper towel holder that’s your best friend in the shop is free to download from MakerWorld. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from MakerWorld" link above to open the original listing.
Where is the STL hosted?
The download is hosted by MakerWorld, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by Adam L.
Who made this model?
Designed by Adam L, published on MakerWorld. Please credit the creator when sharing your print online.
Can I print this at home?
Yes. This model is intended for home FDM and resin 3D printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings like layer height and supports.

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