Stop Guessing Texture Sizes! Use Real Dimensions in Blender UV Maps

Tired of textures that look stretched or fake in Blender? 😫
In this video, I’ll show you the secret to perfectly scaled, realistic textures using real-world UV mapping.

You’ll learn how to fix Sweet Home 3D imports, align Formica wood textures to exact measurements, and copy UV maps across your kitchen models for fast, pro results. Once you try this method, you’ll never go back to guessing texture size again!

👉 Don’t miss the next episode — we’ll set the exact dimensions for countertops to make your scene look 100% real.

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:20 Changing Kitchen Texture Image
01:13 Addressing Sweet Home 3D Export Issues: Real vs. Pixel Dimensions
01:45 Locating Real-World Dimensions
02:14 Preparation: Simplifying the Topology
03:06 Switching to UV Editing & Front Face Projection
03:58 Aligning UVs to Image Edges (0 to 1)
04:56 Calculating the Correct Scaling Based on Real Dimensions
05:42 Copying UV Map to Multiple Objects


This project includes 3D models that are licensed under various licenses, including CC-0, CC-BY, Free Art, and GNU GPL. Below are the attributions for the models used:

eTeks

Furniture: Fridge & Freezer, Flat TV, Door, White light source
License: GNU GPL / CC-BY
URL: https://www.sweethome3d.com/searchMod...
Kator Legaz

Furniture: Exterior door
License: CC-BY
URL: https://www.sweethome3d.com/searchMod...
Leximumxii

Furniture: TV stand
License: CC-BY
URL: https://www.sweethome3d.com/searchMod...
Nhumrod

Furniture: Washbasin, Toilet unit
License: CC-0
URL: https://www.sweethome3d.com/searchMod...
Nikitron

Furniture: Corner sofa
License: CC-BY
URL: https://www.sweethome3d.com/searchMod...
Ola-Kristian Hoff

Furniture: Fixed small window, Window 2x3, Top winder staircase
License: Free Art / CC-BY
URL: https://www.sweethome3d.com/searchMod...
Peter Smolik

Furniture: Office chair
License: Free Art
URL: https://www.sweethome3d.com/searchMod...
Scopia

Furniture: Quadruple French window, Double French window, Induction cooker 4 zones
License: CC-BY
URL: https://www.sweethome3d.com/searchMod...
SirOccor

Furniture: Desk
License: CC-BY
URL: https://www.sweethome3d.com/searchMod...
SirOccor & eTeks
#homedesign
Furniture: Child bed
License: CC-BY
URL: https://www.sweethome3d.com/searchMod...
Vladoffsky

Furniture: Kitchen cabinet
License: CC-0
URL: https://www.sweethome3d.com/searchMod...

Peter Smolic

Furniture: Hanging light
License: Free Art Licence
URL: https://www.sweethome3d.com/searchMod...