Photorealistic 3D Content

3D Installation Animation Services for Products of Any Complexity

Turn setup instructions into clear, photorealistic motion that helps customers install with confidence, whether the product is a kitchen waste disposer or a run of fence panels, and without a camera crew or a physical prototype.

Amazon Certified 3D Content Provider
Starting from $15 / sec of finished animation*
38K+3D Models
627Artists
8K+Projects

* Animation price only. 3D modeling is scoped and quoted separately.

Installation Animation Services Trusted by Leading Brands

Hilti
Selo
Murphy Door
Global Doors
Blocblinds
Dmf
Schwank
Uk Radiators
Actiforce
Seawin
Hotbath
Barkman
Baux
Trueform Concrete

Why 3D Animation

Installation Videos That Show Customers Exactly How It Goes Together

CGI Furniture is a London-based 3D animation studio making installation and assembly videos for furniture, appliance and building product brands, among them Hilti, West Elm, Siemens and Mitsubishi.

A filmed tutorial has to be shot again every time a bracket or a finish changes. An animation lives in one scene file, so a product update means re-rendering the affected part. It also shows what a camera cannot reach: cutaways and exploded views expose the hidden fasteners an installer would otherwise guess at, and the video is ready before the first unit ships.

Reduce Returns

Clear visuals eliminate misinstallations before they happen.

Cut Support Tickets

Self-serve installation guidance reduces after-sale load.

Launch Before Ship

Animate from CAD files: no physical prototype required.

Reuse Across Channels

One asset works on Amazon A+, YouTube, PDPs, and in-store screens.

Side by Side

3D Installation Animation vs Filmed Tutorial

3D Installation AnimationFilmed Tutorial
Physical prototype requiredNo: CAD files onlyYes
Camera crew & setNot neededRequired
Cutaways & X-ray viewsYesNot possible
Content before product shipsYesNo
Product design updateRe-render affected sequencesFull reshoot
Language localisationSwap text layer, re-renderReshoot or full dub
Assets reusable for renders, AR, 360°Yes: same 3D modelsNo

Service Range

Installation Animation for Every Product Type

Furniture Assembly & Placement

Furniture Assembly AnimationBed Assembly
Furniture Assembly AnimationDesk / Table Assembly
Furniture Assembly AnimationTV Stand Assembly

Interior Fixtures & Openings

Interior Fixture InstallationDoor Installation
Interior Fixture InstallationBlinds Installation
Interior Fixture InstallationRolling Wall System

Exterior & Building Products

Exterior Building ProductsFence Installation
Exterior Building ProductsConcrete Panel Installation
Exterior Building ProductsSteel Siding Panels

Capabilities

What We Can Show in an Installation Animation

Exploded views

Every part flies apart to show how components relate before assembly begins.

Step-by-step assembly sequences

Numbered stages with smooth transitions keep the viewer oriented at every moment.

Cutaways and cross-sections

Reveal hidden fasteners, internal mechanisms, and structural connections cameras cannot capture.

Tool and hardware callouts

On-screen labels highlight specific tools, torque specs, and part names at the right moment.

Close-up detail shots

Macro-level camera moves highlight tolerances, textures, and critical alignment points.

Full-scene context placement

Position the product in a photorealistic room or exterior environment for lifestyle impact.

Who We Serve

Industries We Serve With 3D Installation Animation

Furniture Manufacturers

Assembly animations for flat-pack and fully built furniture sold online and in retail.

Appliance & Smart-Home Brands

Installation guides for built-in appliances, smart devices, and under-counter fixtures.

Window & Door Makers

Frame-and-fit sequences, hinge alignment, and weatherstripping demonstrations.

Building Materials & Siding

Panel overlap, fastener placement, and weatherproofing details shown from any angle.

Fencing & Outdoor Products

Post-setting, panel attachment, and finishing steps for fences, decking, and gates.

Plumbing & Sanitary Ware

Pipe routing, fitting connections, and waste system assemblies explained visually.

DIY Retailers & Marketplace Sellers

Amazon A+ content, Home Depot, and Lowe's-ready installation videos that drive conversion.

Any Assembled Product

If it has parts, steps, or a setup sequence, we can animate it, regardless of complexity.

Our Workflow

How We Make Your Installation Animation

1

Brief & References

Share your CAD files, installation manuals, product photos and any instructions you already have. We agree on the scope, length and steps.

2

3D Modeling & Technical Review

We build or refine every part, from brackets and fasteners to the surrounding room, and check the accuracy before animating.

3

Storyboard Approval

We show a simple draft of the camera angles and step timing, and you approve it before final rendering.

4

Materials, Lighting & Final Render

We add materials, light and the environment, then render the full animation.

5

Post-Production & Delivery

We add step labels, sound and optional voiceover, and deliver the video ready for Amazon, YouTube and your website.

Why CGI Furniture

What You Get With Our Installation Animation Services

Dedicated Project Manager

A single point of contact who knows your product, brand, and technical requirements from day one to delivery.

In-House Team of 627 Artists

Modelers, animators, lighting artists, and motion designers: all under one roof, no outsourcing, consistent quality.

38K+ 3D Models Built

Reuse existing furniture, material, and environment assets to reduce production cost and speed up delivery.

Full CGI Stack

The same 3D models power your installation animation, lifestyle renders, silo images, AR viewer, and 360° spin, one source, every format.

2 Revision Rounds Included

Two structured feedback rounds are included in every project. Additional changes beyond scope are quoted at a flat rate: no surprises.

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Schedule an Installation Animation Demo

Pick a time and we will walk through how your installation animation gets made, from your manual and CAD files to the finished video, with timelines and pricing.

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  • Get a cost estimate for a single product or your whole catalog
  • Learn how free corrections and the asset library save budget
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Case studies

Installation Animations We Have Delivered

Touchless Chicago Faucets faucet from the installation animation

Chicago Faucets

A US maker of commercial faucets and fittings. We made three installation videos, each for a different product and facility: a connected water system in a hospital room, a shower valve replacement and a touchless faucet in a public restroom. Each works as an installer guide and as a marketing asset.

3 videosone for each product
3 settingshospital, shower and public restroom
120+ yearsthe client has been in business
View the Chicago Faucets Case Study

Client Reviews of Our Installation Animation Services

JJuliannaUnited Kingdom

Always a pleasure to deal with in my experience. Good communication and understanding of the brief, and great output.

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TYTodd YetmanCanada

Not only does CGI work hard to earn your business, they also work even harder to make sure that you are happy. They have really spent a lot time creating an efficient, streamlined process for your projects and it shows in their end product. I'm looking forward to kicking off another project with them.

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NFNicholas ForthUnited Kingdom

This company are brilliant, very helpful and professional in their services.

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MSMichael SoelbergUnited States

Working with CGIFURNITURE has been an outstanding experience from start to finish. Their team consistently delivers high-quality renderings with incredible attention to detail, professionalism, and speed. They are true experts at what they do, bringing our ideas to life in a way that exceeds expectations every time. Their communication is seamless, turnaround times are impressive, and the final results always elevate our products. It’s rare to find a partner that combines talent, efficiency, and reliability so well. We highly recommend CGIFURNITURE to anyone looking for top-tier rendering services.

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JJudeCanada

Worked with this company on multiple rendering projects and the experience has been consistently solid. Communication is clear, turnaround time is reliable, and the attention to detail is exactly what you want when it comes to product visuals. They understand design intent well and execute without needing excessive back-and-forth. Would definitely continue working together.

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HHofmanNetherlands

We really enjoy working with CGI. They always respond quickly and accurately, are flexible, and simply a great group of people to work with.

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Answers to Common Questions About 3D Installation Animation

How long does a 3D installation animation take?

Our manager replies within one business day with a timeline for your project. Production time depends on the number of steps and parts and the level of detail you need.

What files do you need from us to start?

Ideally: CAD or STEP files for all components, the installation manual or instruction guide, reference photos, and brand guidelines (colors, fonts). If you have 3D models already, we can work with those. If you have only photos and drawings, we can build the models from scratch: it adds time but is fully manageable.

What video formats and resolutions do you deliver?

We deliver in MP4 (H.264/H.265), MOV, WebM, and GIF formats. Standard deliverable is 1080p; 4K is available on request. We can export vertical (9:16) for social, square (1:1) for Instagram or Amazon, or widescreen (16:9) for YouTube and PDPs, or all formats from a single production.

Can you add voiceover, captions, or localize into multiple languages?

Yes. We offer professional voiceover in English and other major languages. Text overlays and captions are built as separate compositing layers, so swapping languages or updating copy is a quick render pass, not a full re-production. Many brands use us to localize into 5–10 markets from a single base animation.

Can the animation be updated if the product design changes?

Yes, and it's a core reason brands choose 3D over filmed content. We handle product updates as model edits: swap a component, change a finish, or adjust a fastener, and we re-render only the sequences that changed. There's no reshoot and no set to rebook. The earlier we get the updated specs, the faster we can turn it around.

Can you animate a product that isn't manufactured yet?

Yes. If you have CAD or engineering drawings, we can produce a photorealistic installation video months before the product ships. Pre-launch content for Amazon listings, sales decks, and retail buyers is something we deliver regularly for manufacturing clients.

How much does an installation animation cost?

Installation animation is $15 per second of finished video in our current price list for orders of 200+ items a year. It comes on top of 3D modeling of the product, and VFX is charged separately.

Is 3D modeling included in the animation price?

No, 3D modeling is scoped and priced separately from animation. If you already have 3D models or CAD files we can work from, modeling cost is minimal or eliminated entirely. If we need to build models from scratch (from photos, drawings, or physical samples), that effort is estimated independently and quoted before production begins. This keeps the animation quote clean and predictable regardless of your starting point.

Do you handle revisions?

Two revision rounds are included in every project. After the blocking pass and again after the final render, you provide consolidated feedback and we update accordingly. Minor tweaks within scope (timing, label copy, camera angle) are typically resolved same-day. Changes outside scope, like a component redesign mid-production, are quoted as a separate task.

Can the same 3D models be reused for renders, AR, or 360° spins?

Yes, and it saves you a lot on later projects. Models built for installation animation can be reused for silo renders, lifestyle imagery, Amazon 360° spins, and AR experiences. Once your 3D assets are in our pipeline, each additional content type costs a fraction of building from scratch.

What is 3D installation animation and how does it work?

It's a CGI video that walks through every assembly or setup step using rendered models instead of filmed footage, so you don't need a prototype, a camera crew, or a set. An animator builds the product in 3D, rigs the components to move in the right sequence, and renders it at the quality each channel requires. When the product changes, you update the scene file instead of reshooting.

Can you produce flat-pack and IKEA-style furniture assembly animations?

Yes, we do this constantly. We animate each panel, fastener, cam lock, and dowel in sequence, either matching your printed instruction sheet or replacing it entirely. Brands on Amazon and Wayfair use these videos specifically to cut returns from customers who mis-assemble on their own.

Do you produce Amazon A+ installation and assembly videos?

Yes. We deliver in the formats Amazon requires: MP4, 16:9, 1080p, and the video drops straight into an A+ content module. Most clients end up using the same file on their website PDP and YouTube too, so the production cost spreads across three channels at once.

How does 3D assembly guide animation compare to filmed instruction videos?

Filmed instruction videos need a physical prototype, a crew, lighting, and a set, plus another full shoot every time the product changes. A 3D assembly guide animation needs only your CAD files or existing models. The output is usually cleaner too, with consistent lighting, precise camera control, and angles a physical lens can't reach. When the design changes, you update the scene file rather than rebook the shoot.