> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.archisketch.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.archisketch.com/guide/user-en/arranging-finishing/material-placement.md). # Apply finishes Click the finishes library tab on the left to view a variety of pre-prepared finishes. Various options are available by category, so choose the finish you want. By clicking the finishing materials library tab on the left, you can browse a variety of pre-prepared finishing materials.\ There are various options available by category, so choose the finishing material you want. {% hint style="info" %} However, finishing materials are only applied to spaces (walls, floors, ceilings) and are not applied to furniture materials. {% endhint %} ### Select Finishing Materials * You can view the finishing materials list by scrolling down. * If you want to see a finishing material more closely, click the magnifying glass button to zoom in. * If you like a finishing material, add it to your favorites with the star. You can check your favorite finishing materials on My Page. ![](https://1040484064-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2Fs45pRyTQeyYi0T0toKii%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-3e14ae529eabcb709af4484800c14730234d7176%2Fmaterial-placement-1.png?alt=media) ### Applying finishing materials * If you find a finishing material you like, click it once to select it. * Click once more on the surface you want to apply it to. * When you move the mouse cursor, the finishing material icon follows it, indicating that the mode has not yet ended.\ Try applying it to multiple surfaces. * To exit the mode, press the Esc shortcut key. ![](https://1040484064-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2Fs45pRyTQeyYi0T0toKii%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-4297e3a99a42626a5a2b909acfa660995e4498bd%2Fmaterial-placement-2.png?alt=media) ### Copy Finishing Material Once applied, a finishing material can be copied and pasted onto another surface. * First, select the surface where the finishing material to be copied has been applied. * Right-click and select \[Copy Finishing Material]. * The finishing material placement mode is activated, allowing you to apply finishing materials to other surfaces. ![](https://1040484064-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2Fs45pRyTQeyYi0T0toKii%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-3165798263fb9f316b334e7b608102e09134c0ff%2Fmaterial-placement-3.png?alt=media) #### Apply Finishing Materials to the Entire Room Walls If you want to apply a finishing material to all the walls in a room at once, try using the \[Apply Finishing Materials to the Entire Room Walls] feature.\ With this feature, you can conveniently apply the finishing material to all walls at once on a room-by-room basis without having to click each wall individually. ![](https://1040484064-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2Fs45pRyTQeyYi0T0toKii%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-98c6913ff7a32be7e2a565d708beecb9639dcfa1%2Fmaterial-placement-4.png?alt=media) ![](https://1040484064-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2Fs45pRyTQeyYi0T0toKii%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-0588c0ea1c65a331a6bf3e675156f1a1f1d43475%2Fmaterial-placement-5.png?alt=media) ## Finishing Material Editor If you want a sophisticated look like two-tone wallpaper, or if you want to use more advanced features, try the 'Finishing Material Editor'.\ Go to the Finishing Material Editor. (You can enter by clicking the toolbar or the button on the right panel.) * Use the straight line (L) or rectangle (F) tool in the top toolbar to define an area. * Add a new finishing material to the defined area. * After clicking Save, return to the editor. ![](https://1040484064-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2Fs45pRyTQeyYi0T0toKii%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-90f1feb89f1a201e97f5fc164fe55d09ab745c17%2Fmaterial-placement-6.png?alt=media) When you click a wall, the product information for the surface with the finishing material applied is displayed as a 'created pattern'. ![](https://1040484064-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2Fs45pRyTQeyYi0T0toKii%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-d4354b78ae75d67be0e999c9680e683ca7bf279a%2Fmaterial-placement-7.png?alt=media) **Useful feature: Outline** If you click the \[Outline] icon at the top of the Finishing Material Editor, you can see the outlines of products placed on walls/floors, etc.\ This makes it easy to identify the positions of doors/windows on the wall and the approximate locations of products placed on the floor. ![](https://1040484064-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2Fs45pRyTQeyYi0T0toKii%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-53c386c97cee54385f1c6011a948622153646f07%2Fmaterial-placement-8.png?alt=media) Want to see other examples of using the Finishing Material Editor? [Learn more about Space Toolbar features →](/guide/user-en/make-project/space-editing.md) ## Calculate wall area * When you click a wall, you can check its area in the \[Wall Details] panel on the right. * If you multi-select multiple walls (Shift+click), the total wall area will be shown. * In 2D mode, you can also check the floor area! {% hint style="info" %} Tip: When you need to purchase finishing materials!\ When you need to purchase finishing materials, using Archisketch not only helps you decorate a space, but also makes it easy to estimate material costs.\ Select the finishing material you want, apply it to the space, and then conveniently calculate the area! {% endhint %} ![](https://1040484064-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2Fs45pRyTQeyYi0T0toKii%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-773f34c930a9d284233db7a01abfdcfa34d6d5b2%2Fmaterial-placement-9.png?alt=media) ## Frequently Asked Questions #### The wall with the finishing material applied looks empty. When you copy/paste a wall that used the Finishing Material Editor, some areas may appear gray and empty.\ Regular finishing materials are applied to all surfaces regardless of area size, but materials created with the Finishing Material Editor have a fixed area, so if you place them from a smaller area onto a larger area, empty spaces will appear. ![](https://1040484064-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2Fs45pRyTQeyYi0T0toKii%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-1a3ac691ef99e25f2dfad58e7b377feffb6a1814%2Fmaterial-placement-10.png?alt=media) In this case, create an area in the empty-looking section using the rectangle or line tool, then use the \[Copy Pattern] feature to extend the finishing material. * Click the empty-looking surface to go to the \[Finishing Material Editor]. * Use the rectangle/line tool to separate the area. ![](https://1040484064-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2Fs45pRyTQeyYi0T0toKii%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-db170ba9fcce78ea89ba33350829b679c01acdc5%2Fmaterial-placement-11.png?alt=media) * Use the \[Copy Pattern] feature at the top to copy the original material. * Click the original material area to copy it. * Click the empty area once more to paste it. * Save and close the editor. ![](https://1040484064-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2Fs45pRyTQeyYi0T0toKii%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-472330b5bd470a25c220a08d7b55951db045e9c9%2Fmaterial-placement-12.png?alt=media) {% hint style="info" %} We recommend working on a large-surface finishing material editor from the start, then copying/pasting it to other walls! {% endhint %} --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. 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