First layer
3D Print Not Sticking to the Bed
Wash the plate before you replace it. For PLA, a thin adhesive film is the next step, not a plate that does not fit.
Updated September 2026 · Scored against our FDM printer guide
Lena OrtizWriter
Fixes when a print will not stick
Adhesives and plates already scored on this site. Wash the stock plate before you treat a new sheet as the fix.
Magigoo Original
$20 often $15 to $25
PLA adhesive, 8.8/10, about $20 (price checked Sep 2026). A thin film holds the first layer and releases as the bed cools. Water washes it off.
Bambu Lab Liquid Bed Glue
$14.99 often $10 to $20
The liquid pen for Bambu plates, 8.3/10, about $15 (price checked Sep 2026), when you want a second bottle made for those plates.
Creality PVP Glue Stick
$8 often $5 to $12
The cheap spare, 7.5/10, about $8 (price checked Sep 2026). It leaves more haze than Magigoo.
BIQU CryoGrip Pro Frostbite 257 mm
$35
9.1/10, about $35 (price checked Sep 2026), for a 257 mm Bambu A1, P1, or X1 bed. It does not fit an A1 Mini.
Magigoo Original
$20 often $15 to $25
Check price on AmazonPLA adhesive, 8.8/10, about $20 (price checked Sep 2026). A thin film holds the first layer and releases as the bed cools. Water washes it off.
Magigoo Original is the bed adhesive we recommend first for PLA. A thin film holds the first layer, parts release as the plate cools, and water washes the film off. It costs more per bottle than a glue stick and the Original formula is a PLA adhesive, not a universal fix for nylon or polypropylene.
Who it's for
PLA printers who are tired of glue-stick residue on PEI or glass.
Also great: Bambu Lab Liquid Bed Glue
Bambu Lab Liquid Bed Glue
The liquid pen for Bambu plates, 8.3/10, about $15 (price checked Sep 2026), when you want a second bottle made for those plates.
Bambu owners who want a matched liquid glue and already know their plate.
Best budget pick: Creality PVP Glue Stick
Creality PVP Glue Stick
The cheap spare, 7.5/10, about $8 (price checked Sep 2026). It leaves more haze than Magigoo.
Budget beds and anyone who wants a stick in the drawer for rescue prints.
Worth the upgrade: BIQU CryoGrip Pro Frostbite
BIQU CryoGrip Pro Frostbite 257 mm
9.1/10, about $35 (price checked Sep 2026), for a 257 mm Bambu A1, P1, or X1 bed. It does not fit an A1 Mini.
P1S / X1 / A1 owners who want fewer warps and easier part removal.
Check setup before you replace the plate
A loose first layer is often the plate or the calibration, not a new sheet. The full setup checklist is the page for that, before you buy another plate.
Adhesion fix scores compared
Overall is out of 10 from those guides. Check Amazon for the live price.
| Product | Role here | Overall | Price | Review | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magigoo Original | Our pick | 8.8 | $20 | Scorecard | Check price on Amazon |
| Bambu Lab Liquid Bed Glue | Also great | 8.3 | $14.99 | Scorecard | Check price on Amazon |
| Creality PVP Glue Stick | Budget pick | 7.5 | $8 | Scorecard | Check price on Amazon |
| BIQU CryoGrip Pro Frostbite 257 mm | Upgrade pick | 9.1 | $35 | Scorecard | Check price on Amazon |
Who should skip these
Skip a new plate before a wash
Wash the plate that came with the printer before you replace it. A worn Ender-class sheet is the Glacier case, not the first step.
Who it's not for
A temperature chart. We do not publish bed temperatures for this fix.
Frequently asked questions
- What should I try first if a print will not stick?
- Wash the plate. For PLA, a thin film of Magigoo Original holds the first layer and lets go as the bed cools.
- Will the Frostbite plate fix an A1 Mini?
- No. The 257 mm CryoGrip Pro Frostbite does not fit an A1 Mini.
Related 3D printer guides
Magigoo Review and First-Layer Setup Guide
Magigoo Original is the 3D printer bed adhesive for a clean PLA first layer. Spread a thin film, let the part cool, and wash the plate with water. The Bambu liquid glue pen is the second bottle. A Creality PVP glue stick is the cheap spare.
Best PEI Plate for the Bambu A1 Mini
The plates we score by size do not fit the A1 Mini. Frostbite is 257 mm. Glacier is an Ender and K1 size.
Best 3D Printer Accessories and Upgrades, in Buying Order
The best 3D printer accessories are the ones that fix a real failure: a PLA film, a filament dryer, a PEI build plate that fits the bed, a tool kit, and a hardened nozzle only when the filament is abrasive.