Tutorial 15 - Multi-Step Foundations (8:24 min.)

Version 4.3.4 - 02.13.2026

• Fixed a bug with bypass, bifold, pocket and sliding glass doors as related to the sidelite and transom options.
• Fixed a bug with the kick plate option for doors.

Version 4.3.3b - 02.10.2026

• Fixed a bug with pocket and sliding glass doors as related to the sidelite and transom options.

Version 1.1.4 - 02.09.2026

• Fixed a bug with staggered joists.

Version 1.2.6 - 02.09.2026

• Added a line type option for major grid lines of the grid tool.
• Added the major grid line option to the General tab of the Global Settings.

With the latest versions of SketchUp there is a bug with the stipple pattern for construction lines and as a result it is nearly impossible to differentiate major grid lines from minor grid lines. Since this bug has never been resolved (at least to my knowledge) by the SketchUp team, I have determined that simple work around would be to replace the construction lines in the grid (major grid lines only) with regular lines or edges. Now one can actually tell them apart.

This option can be toggled in the General tab of the Global Settings.

Personally I prefer the dashed construction lines for the major grid lines but in newer versions of SketchUp solid lines are probably the better option.

Version 4.3.3 - 02.08.2026

• Added the following Simpson Strong-Tie anchor bolts to the wall, column and shearwall modules: SABR58-24, SABR34-26, SABR78-28, SABR1-30, SABR114-32.

These new anchor bolts are included in the new Wood Construction Connectors Catalog (C-C-2026) for 2026.

(www.strongtie.com)

These low poly versions of the anchor bolts are based on the models provided on Simpsons website.

Version 2.0.7 - 02.05.2026

• Fixed a bug with the (double) stemwall step when the ICF option is active.

Version 4.3.2 - 02.05.2026

• Added flat panel options for pocket doors.
• Added flat panel options for bifold 2 and bifold 4 doors.
• Added flat panel options for bypass doors.

I think that finally completes all of the door panel options for all the other non standard door types (rectangular doors) within the Wall plugin.

Version 4.3.1 - 02.02.2026

• Added a six panel option for pocket doors.
• Added a six panel option for bifold 2 and bifold 4 doors.
• Added a six panel option for bypass doors.

Version 4.3.0 - 02.01.2026

• Added a base plate (top and bottom) option to the in-wall column module.
• Added "Opening Outline" options to the General tab of the Global Settings for windows, door and garage doors.

The option to set the opening outlines as regular edges or dashed (construction lines) was requested by a user. This option only changes the outline created at the top of the wall, it does not change or remove the door swing symbol or the garage door extent outline (dashed construction line).

I’m trying to not add more parameters and options but users always contact me with something new they need. Everyone has their own workflow or the way they want things to appear in Layout. Flexibility and a smorgasbord of options is critical but at the same time it does balloon the number of parameters and increases complexity which tends to scare away some potential users.

I always tell new users to not be frightened of all the options, if you don’t know what it does then just leave it as default, that is generally your safe bet.

Version 4.2.9 - 01.30.2026

• Added a base plate (top and bottom) option to the post module.
• Fixed a bug in the post module related to hardware caps and bases.
• Updated the bypass door opening algorithm so one can open both sides of the door.

Version 4.2.8 - 01.27.2026

• Added the following steel column types to the column module: Round (HSS), Pipe (NPS).

Update per customer request.

You can now add round steel in-wall columns into your Medeek walls. These aren't actually lally columns since that specific product is typically installed with an adjustable screw assembly. However for most design purposes I think showing the round column like the image above will suffice.

Lally Columns

Custom Sizes & Wholesale

Budding Co (buddingco.com)

Tutorial 81 - Door Kick Plates (4:29 min.)

Version 4.2.7 - 01.26.2026

• Added a kick plate option for all swing doors (rectangular and arched).

Yet another update following up on a customer request. Probably not the highest priority on my list but a welcome addition for those that need this feature.

The kick plate(s) can be positioned on the exterior, interior or both sides of the door. The height and thickness is configurable. For now the margin at the edge is hard coded in at 0.75 inches (width is auto calculated based on door size). The material (ie. brass, nickel etc...) is configurable the same way the door hardware is.

I was also wondering if anyone had any thoughts on kick plates for doors. Is this something anyone is interested in?

Version 4.2.6 - 01.24.2026

• Added a one and two panel option for rectangular half glass and 3/4 glass doors.
• Added a one and two panel option for rectangular double half glass and double 3/4 glass doors.
• Added a one and two panel option for arched half glass and 3/4 glass doors.
• Added a one and two panel option for arched double half glass and double 3/4 glass doors.
  
  This update per customer request.

There are many other door configurations I could add but these were obvious low hanging fruit so I jumped on it and knocked it out fairly quickly. I will take another look at pocket doors and bypass doors and see if I can add some panel options to those as well.

@MtnArch
My last house had three of them and I found them quite clunky to use. They look nice but functionality is marginal.

Version 4.2.5 - 01.20.2026

• Added an option (global settings) to miter trim for rectangular doors and windows.
• Fixed a minor bug with the remove cladding feature introduced in Version 4.2.3.

This update per customer request.

Version 4.2.4 - 01.19.2026

• Added bypass (2 panel - solid) doors to the door module.

This door type added per customer request.

At some point I should probably add in the "barn door" type, these seem to be quite popular these days.

Tutorial 80 - Removing Cladding (5:43 min.)