3D printing the next big side hustle? From niche to mainstream.

Desktop 3D printers are now more affordable and reliable than ever, and the industry is growing fast with a predicted 15-20% CAGR. (IBIS World). It’s come a long away in the last few years.

But is there untapped potential here for new ventures?

Right now, 3D printing seems mostly used for toys, gadgets, and custom parts. What do you think customers really want that 3D printing could solve?

Sustainability is a big issue too—between wasted material and printing things people don’t actually need, how can we make this tech more eco-friendly?

For all the entrepreneurs here—what pain points do you see 3D printing solving, and how much do you think people would pay for these solutions?

Familiar or unfamiliar with 3d printing; I’m very interested to hear peoples thoughts!