Scan To CAD Level of Detail

Canvas CAD files are intended to be a “blank slate” of the structure scanned, such that you can easily use it as the starting point for your project.

3D CAD File Details:

Walls, windows, and doors
Staircases
Baseboards, trim, and moulding
Exposed framing, beams, columns, and kitchen islands
Cabinets, countertops, casework, and built-in appliances
Ceiling lighting, light switches, outlets, and HVAC vents
Exposed pipes (except thin pipes of diameter below 2")

Canvas is capable of scanning and processing unfinished spaces, and CAD files will include exposed framing. Size, spacing, and positioning of framing is highly dependent on the quality of the scan and completely open framing can be challenging to accurately scan.

2D Floor Plan Details:

Annotated dimensions for key elements
Walls, windows, and doors (swing direction included)
Floor-mounted casework, cabinetry, appliances, columns, fireplaces, kitchen islands, and steps
Not included in 2D: Any objects above the plan view section plane (the section plane is an imaginary view cutting plane located 48" above the floor); electrical outlets and light switches

Your CAD file will not include:

Ceiling fans
Furniture, curtains or other objects
Landscaping, driveways, topography, fences, or plants
Unscanned areas, features, or details
Any vehicle(s)
Specific materials fitting the scan (except: glass, Chief Architect and 2020 Design standard materials)
2D plans will not include any objects above the plan view section plane (the section plane is an imaginary view cutting plane located 48" above the floor); outlets or light switches