Wooden Chair

sketchfab

Retexturing an existing asset is a great way to breathe new life into it, and Substance Painter is one of the most popular tools out there for doing just that. First things first, make sure your old model is in a format that can be opened by Substance Painter - you'll need it to be a 3D mesh file, such as an .obj or .fbx. If it's not already in one of these formats, don't worry, there are plenty of free tools out there that can convert it for you. Once your model is all set up and ready to go, fire up Substance Painter and create a new project. You'll be asked to select the texture file that you want to use as a base - this will determine the overall look and feel of your retextured asset. For this example, let's assume we're working with a fairly standard PBR texture set. Next, import your 3D model into Substance Painter by clicking on the "Import" button in the top-left corner of the screen. This will bring up a file browser where you can select the .obj or .fbx file that contains your model. Once it's loaded, you'll see a 3D preview of your asset in the main window - this is where all the magic happens. With your model loaded and ready to go, it's time to start retexturing! In Substance Painter, you can use a variety of tools to create new textures from scratch or edit existing ones. For this example, let's say we want to add some rust and grime to our old model - perfect for creating that worn, battle-hardened look. To get started, select the "Brush" tool from the toolbar at the top of the screen. This will give you a range of options for how to apply your texture - in this case, we'll go with a basic paint brush. Now, set your brush size and hardness to taste, then click-and-drag on the model to start painting. As you work, keep an eye on the "Substance Painter" UI - it will give you real-time feedback on how your changes are affecting the overall look of your asset. As you continue retexturing, don't be afraid to experiment and try new things! Substance Painter is all about giving you the freedom to create whatever you want, so don't hold back. Whether you're going for a sleek, high-tech look or something more rugged and industrial, the possibilities are endless. Once you've finished retexturing your model, save your changes by clicking on the "Save" button in the top-right corner of the screen. This will export your new texture as an image file that can be used in any game engine or 3D modeling software. And that's it - your old model now has a fresh new look, courtesy of Substance Painter! So what are you waiting for? Get creative and start retexturing those old models with Substance Painter!