What are lithophane images?​

Lithophane is a 2D image that comes to life in 3D. This happens with the help of 3D printing and light.

When the 3D printer prints at different thicknesses depending on whether the image is dark or light, a beautiful image of exactly what you want is created.

Whether it’s a family memory or a beautiful nature image, it can be made into the most beautiful lithophane image.

How do you make a lithophane image?​

It’s actually quite simple, as you just need an image and then you can order your very own lithophane image – which can be ordered here from us!

However, if you want to make a lithophane yourself, you need to get hold of a 3D printer and set it up correctly before you get a good result. Therefore, it is definitely easiest to get it ordered, since you do not have to go out and invest in a 3D printer yourself.

What does lithophane cost?

Lithophane does not cost much considering how decorative it can be. The price typically ranges around 200-300 DKK, depending on the size.

With us, we 3D print lithophane images from 149.95 DKK, and you can order some that are larger and even an entire lamp, which can have up to three images in the lampshade.

Where can you buy lithophane?

Lithophane cannot be purchased in many places yet, it is still very new. However, we sell it, and it is very easy to buy lithophane from us.

You just have to write to us what you want to order, and we will 3D print a beautiful lithophane image for you.

How is the quality of lithophane?

The quality of lithophane can vary depending on the material used and the level of detail.

All the small details can make the lithophane image look a bit “rough”, but this is just due to all the different details on the image itself.

The more details, the more “rough” the lithophane becomes.

At 3D Actions, we strive to create as fine and detailed a lithophane image as possible. We use quality material and 3D print with many details to make the product as good as possible.

Read more about 3D print materials here.