Download & Extract JPG Textures from SketchUp SKM Files (3D Warehouse Guide)

If you are using any 3D modeling software, sooner or later you will need high-quality textures. A quick way to get free seamless textures is searching directly in 3D Warehouse instead of relying only on Google Images or websites like Textures.com and the variety is huge.

Why use 3D Warehouse for Textures?

Many people think 3D Warehouse is only for downloading 3D models. But the truth is, every SketchUp model can include materials in the .SKM format. These SKM files contain seamless JPG textures you can extract and reuse in any software, whether it’s SketchUp, Blender, 3DS Max, Maya, or Cinema4D.

How to Extract JPG Textures from SKM Files

Follow these simple steps to download and extract free textures:

1. Search for a Texture on 3D Warehouse

Go to the 3D Warehouse and search for something like wood texture seamless. Click on a model that contains materials. 

 

 

Wood Texture Seamless keyword search results

2. Open the Materials Tab

In the model preview, click on Materials. A new panel appears on the right with a list of all materials available. Select one and click Download. 

 

3DWarehouse Materials Button

3DWarehouse Materials Tab - Download list

3. Rename the SKM File

The material will download as a .SKM file. To extract the texture, simply rename the file extension from .SKM to .ZIP. 

 

Rename the SKM file to ZIP

4. Unzip and Locate the JPG

Unzip the file. Inside you will find a folder called ref that contains the actual JPG texture. That’s it — now you can use the texture in any 3D software! 

 

JPG Texture file location inside SKM file

Example: Extracting Stone and Rock Textures

You can repeat the same process with any component or material. For example, searching “stone texture seamless” gives you access to multiple free rock and stone JPG textures. Download the SKM, rename it, unzip, and you’re done.

Stone textures download from 3Dwarehouse

FAQs About Extracting Textures

What is an SKM file?
An SKM file is a SketchUp material file that contains a texture (JPG/PNG) and its mapping data.

Can I use these JPG textures outside SketchUp?
Yes. Once extracted, the JPG works in Blender, 3DS Max, Maya, Cinema4D, Unreal Engine, or any software that supports textures.

Are these textures free to use?
Most of them are free, but usage rights depend on the model uploader. Always check the license on 3D Warehouse (this means it's Gratis).

Related Resources

If you are using SketchUp and want to build your own organized material library, check this guide on how to download SKM materials and create collections.