Creating Floors

The Floor command can be used to create not only floors, but also decks, patios, stages, platforms, and lofts. The command converts any 2D drawing object into a hybrid (2D/3D) object of any shape and thickness. The source object must be flat and must also be parallel to the ground plane.

To create a floor:

1.	Select View > Standard Views > Top/Plan.

While this command can be used in a 3D projection mode, the precise X and Y placement is much harder to determine.

2.	Select the 2D or flat hybrid object(s) to turn into a floor.

3.	Select Model > AEC > Floor.

The Create Floor dialog box opens.

 

Parameter	Description
Bottom Z	Specifies the distance above the ground plane that the floor will begin (the Bottom Z height). In most cases, use the default of 0, which starts the floor on the ground plane.
Thickness	Sets the floor thickness

4.	Click OK, and then change to a 3D projection mode to see the floor.