PB2 turns linear extrusions into a non-destructive workflow. It is the industry standard for (cabinetry trim), Scenic designers (stage truss), and Urban planners (road curbs).
: Extrudes 2D shapes along a path. Unlike "Follow Me," it maintains correct orientation on complex paths and allows for "drawing" profiles like the Line tool without a pre-drawn path.
: Allows you to create and save custom profiles from any SketchUp face or polyline. These profiles can be extruded along any path while maintaining full control over orientation, rotation, and offsets.
The legacy of Profile Builder 2 lives on in its successor. For professionals working with the latest SketchUp versions, is the recommended choice, as it continues to add new features and improvements, such as enhanced join tools and easier hole editing. DM Profile Builder 2 Plugin for Sketchup
: Core tool for creating and extruding individual profiles.
Profile Builder 2 plugin for SketchUp, developed by Mindsight Studios
Profile Builder 2 (PB2) replaces the basic "Follow Me" tool in SketchUp with a "smart" system for extruding shapes along paths. While Follow Me only works on a single path and offers no post-creation editing, PB2 creates parametric "Profile Members" that remain editable even after they are drawn. PB2 turns linear extrusions into a non-destructive workflow
The Assembly Dialog lets you combine an infinite number of profile members and standard SketchUp components into a single, cohesive path-based object. SketchUp Plugins | PluginStore | SketchUcation
: Automatically calculate costs based on length, area, or volume.
Combine unlimited profiles and components into smart, path-based assemblies like complex railings, fences, road profiles, and shelving. Unlike "Follow Me," it maintains correct orientation on
While this tool is powerful, it isn't for everyone. However, if you fall into any of these categories, it is a :
While powerful, users should be aware of some technical limitations inherent to the Windows environment of this plugin.
Interior designers and architects use the plugin to quickly run baseboards, crown moldings, wainscoting, and chair rails around complex room layouts. If a molding style changes, it can be swapped globally with a single click. Fencing and Railings
: Users report modeling "faster than ever" because it eliminates the need to manually draw repetitive geometry SketchUp Extension Warehouse Flexibility