Ai Material Factory
AI Material Factory Addon Documentation
This guide will help you install, set up, and use the PBR Texture Generator addon for Blender, which allows you to create stunning PBR material texture maps with AI-powered Stable Diffusion.
Installation Guide
1. Install Git
Git is required to manage the AI model files. You can download and install Git from the following link:
Follow the instructions to complete the installation.
2. Install Python 3.10.6
This addon requires Python 3.10.6 to function properly. Download Python 3.10.6 from the official Python website:
During installation, make sure to check the option "Add Python to environment variables" to ensure that Blender can use Python.
3. Install the Addon and Dependencies
Once you have Python and Git installed, follow these steps:
- Open Blender and navigate to Edit > Preferences > Add-ons.
- Click on Install and select the PBR Texture Generator addon
.zip
file you downloaded. - After installation, find the addon in the list and enable it.
- In the addon preferences, click the "Install Dependencies" button. This will automatically install all required libraries.
4. Install and Run Stable Diffusion
Once the dependencies are installed:
- In the addon preferences, click the "Install and Run Stable Diffusion" button.
- Navigate to the Model Browser tab within the addon interface and install the SSD-1B Stable Diffusion model. This model is optimized for generating high-quality textures.
Using the Addon
1. Verify Installation
Before generating textures, ensure everything is installed correctly by clicking the "Check Installation & Connection" button in the addon preferences. This will verify that Stable Diffusion is running and the model is ready to use.
2. Generate PBR Textures
Follow these steps to create PBR texture maps:
- Select the AI model from the dropdown (we recommend using the SSD-1B model for the best results).
- Check the "Enable Tiling" option if you need seamless textures.
- Click Generate Image to create a texture.
- After the image is generated, click Generate PBR Maps to create the complete set of PBR material maps (albedo, normal, roughness, etc.).
3. Upscale to 8K
Once you are satisfied with the generated textures, you can upscale them to 8K resolution:
- Click the "Upscale to 8K" button to enhance the texture using AI.
- The upscaling process adds enhanced details, perfect for high-resolution renders.
That’s it! You are now ready to create amazing PBR textures with your Blender addon. For any questions or troubleshooting, feel free to reach out through the support section of the addon page.
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