"dave" wrote in message
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"Roger Mills" wrote in message
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There are often questions in this NG about 3-D design software for
various
purposes.

If anyone is interested, there is a fully functional version of TurboCAD
7.1
on the cover disk of the December (yes I know!) edition of PC Plus
magazine,
which is now available.

As far as I know, this is general purpose design software, and is not
aimed
at any particular area - such as house design or mechanical
engineering -
although it can, of course be used for these things and many more.

Like all CAD software, it is likely to have a steep learning curve - but
with the winter evenings coming on, I thought some people might be
interested in having a go.

Roger


Thanks for the tip. I am looking for some software to plan floor areas
and to plan an extension. I used IMSI floorplan v2 but no longer works
with my operating system ( windows NT ). 3d not necessary. there are
loads of yank programmes but sizes of bathroom units etc are way out
so not useful. Any recommondations ?

I don't think there's a simple answer. As you say, Yank programs come with
the wrong sized fittings.

I'm not sure whether TurboCAD comes with any libraries of standard parts at
all - but you can always design your own, and thus ensure that they meet
your requirements. I think this is the approach I would probably take,
because it's very flexible - albeit slower than a ready-made solution.

Roger