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So, yes, I know that due to layer lines etc, FDM (PLA) printing isn't safe for food, however is there a way of making it safe? Essentially I want to create a draw insert for cutlery, so can I print it, the coat it in something to make it food safe?

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[โ€“] pipe01@lemmy.pipe01.net 3 points 1 year ago (1 children)

You could coat it with a food safe epoxy or clear coat.

[โ€“] copymyjalopy@lemmy.world 3 points 1 year ago

This is how I make all my prints food safe. Just make sure rhe epoxy is nice and warm and it'll coat the model nicely.