5. Add a Raft, Skirt, or Brim
If you have read through the sections above but are still having issues, Simplify3D has some helpful features. The software includes built-in options to create sacrificial structures around the first layer of the print. These temporary add-ons are specifically intended to help with first layer adhesion. They can be easily removed and thrown away after the print is finished.
Simplify3D offers three different reinforcement options: rafts, skirts, and brims. These can be found in the Additions tab of the Edit Process Settings dialog box.
· Rafts: A horizontal latticework of filament that is printed underneath a part for better
  first layer adhesion.
· Skirts:An outline that surrounds a part but doesn’t touch it. The skirt is extruded on the
  print bed before the model starts printing. This helps prime the filament.
· Brims: A special type of skirt (that looks like the brim of a hat) that is attached to the
  edges of a model. Brims help prevent warping and improve bed adhesion.
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Getting the first layer right is critical to the success of the rest of your print. While first layer adhesion problems are frustrating, many can be eliminated with a level bed, correct temperatures, slower speeds, and proper bed preparation. If you want to troubleshoot other common 3D printing issues, check out our popular Print Quality Guide.