Require More Catalog Info..

[mojo8850]

Hi there friends.. My first post so I don't know if this is the right place to post.. Does say Q/A LOL..

 

OK so here goes I am looking for catalog library for chief architect For Baseboards and Door Casing Etc so it allows me to change the thickness, height and profile of the baseboard.

Maybe its a standard feature please someone guide me..

 

Also is there a way to make your own catalogs and share How do I go by doing that.

[Evolution]

You should study the Knowledge Base and available Videos to learn the basics. As far as I know there is no way to edit default settings specific to Base boards. My experience has been you draw a room, open its DBX (dialogue box) and select these types items, which then opens a file of the basic CA trim available.  You can import (bonus) catalogues of various materials such as base boards / moldings etc. and select and add one or many that you choose.  You can also use 3D molding polylines and create and save your own to the library file under user catalog. Read the knowledge base to see how to create new materials, customize existing library materials, importing items from available sites that have what you're looking for. A couple of examples are: https://www.chiefarchitect.com/support/article/KB-00767/creating-a-new-material.html

https://www.chiefarchitect.com/support/article/KB-01006/customizing-a-library-material.html; https://www.chiefarchitect.com/support/article/KB-00786/creating-and-using-symbol-moldings.html

Study and practice are your best friends!

[Kiwideziner]

In roof spec DBX under mouldings you can do anything to base boards, dado, or scotia. ie choose which one and their sizes. The F1 key is really useful.

[glennw]

10 hours ago, Evolution said:

As far as I know there is no way to edit default settings specific to Base boards.

You can set the default moldings (base board, chair rail and crown) on a floor by floor basis in the defaults.

[tommy1]

Mojo, if you like, call me or email me and I'll do an online meeting with you to help maybe explain some things. Email me with your contact number would be the best. Use my email in my signature.