Red PLA Matte 3D Printer Filament

(3 customer reviews)

£23.99 Ex. VAT

2.85mm Discontinued, stock available until exhausted

  • Matte PLA 3D printing filament
  • Textured surface with reduced layer visibility
  • 100% recyclable cardboard spool
  • Compatible with most 3D printers including Bambu Lab AMS
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Based on our popular PLA formulation, Filamentive PLA Matte has been specially developed to offer a smooth, textured surface finish with reduced layer lines. The result is a more refined appearance, perfect for display models, industrial design prototypes, and consumer-facing prints where visual impact matters.

PLA Matte maintains the excellent printing characteristics of standard PLA – low warp, minimal odour, and great adhesion – making it accessible for both beginners and professionals. While this filament does not contain recycled content, it is supplied on a 100% recyclable cardboard spool, reducing packaging waste and supporting eco-conscious 3D printing practices.

Please note: matte PLA filaments can be more abrasive than standard PLA, so we recommend using a hardened or steel nozzle for extended printing.

✅ Matte surface finish – enhanced visual quality and reduced layer visibility
✅ Easy to print – low warp, odour-neutral, great adhesion
✅ Compatible with Bambu Lab, Prusa, Creality, UltiMaker, and more
✅100% recyclable cardboard spool – sustainable packaging from a trusted filament UK brand

Printing temperature: 200±10°C
Bed temperature: ≤60°C
Nozzle: Hardened/steel recommended due to increased abrasiveness

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Additional information

Weight N/A
diameter

1.75mm, 2.85mm

Sustainability

Sustainability Profile: PLA Matte

Product Overview

Material name: PLA Matte (Polylactic Acid with matte additive)

Origin: Virgin PLA derived from plant-based renewable sources (typically corn starch or sugarcane), modified with matte finish additives to reduce gloss and improve surface aesthetics

Manufacturing location: European Union (using audited partner production facilities)

Environmental Credentials

Recycled content: 0% (percentage by weight; based on supplier material declarations)

Base polymer source: Virgin bio-based PLA from renewable agricultural feedstocks

Additives: Surface modifiers to reduce shine and increase opacity – non-biodegradable

Carbon footprint: Lower than fossil-based polymers due to the bio-based nature of PLA; however, no recycled content means environmental impact is higher than recycled PLA. No full LCA currently available.

Packaging: 100% recyclable cardboard spool. Check local guidelines.

Shipping: Manufactured in Europe, warehoused and distributed from the UK. All non-palletised shipments use DPD’s carbon-neutral delivery service, reducing transportation emissions for UK and EU customers.

Circularity & End-of-Life

Biodegradability: The PLA base is technically biodegradable under industrial composting conditions (typically requiring >55°C and specialised treatment). However, matte additives may reduce composting performance, and this product is not home compostable

Recycling: Accepted in Filamentive’s PLA recycling scheme. Not suitable for household recycling in the UK. Check locally.

Disposal/reuse guidance. Reuse of prints is encouraged where possible. At end-of-life, dispose of via non-recyclable waste channels, unless industrial composting or recovery infrastructure is available locally.

Certifications & Standards

ISO: Production partners operate under certified quality and environmental management systems (EMS) such as ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.

RoHS & REACH compliant: Free from restricted and hazardous substances, in line with UK and EU regulations

Internal testing: Every batch is tested for extrusion consistency and dimensional tolerance. Material is verified on in-house 3D printers to ensure reliable print performance and minimal variation across colours and batches.

Supporting Sustainability at Filamentive

PLA Matte offers a professional surface finish for visual models and functional parts, while using a bio-based polymer as its foundation. Although it contains no recycled content, Filamentive is developing next-generation matte materials that incorporate recycled PLA to support increased circularity.

For technical specifications, SDS, or sustainability-related queries, please contact: info@filamentive.com          

 

This Sustainability Profile is provided for informational purposes only. While Filamentive makes reasonable efforts to ensure the accuracy of the information, some data is based on third-party sources and may be subject to change. No warranties or guarantees are made regarding completeness or suitability for regulatory compliance. All users are advised to independently verify the data before making environmental claims or purchasing decisions in line with their sustainability policies.

3 reviews for Red PLA Matte 3D Printer Filament

  1. J Mason (verified owner)

    Excellent filament has a great texture and feel, had no problems with bed adhesion worked with my normal PLA profiles. Appreciate the low profile cardboard spool!

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  2. Darrell Davitt (verified owner)

    Good filament, hides layer lines and actually easier to print with than PLA apart from the need for a steel nozzle. Not sure I’d call this colour red though, in most lights it’s more a burgundy.

  3. Tom Busfield

    Prints easily and with a great finish. I bought several rolls in different colours and it just worked straight out of the box. Hides layer lines quite effectively. Customers liked it.

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