How to Build in Valheim?

To build in Valheim, you need a hammer and an manufacturing table. Equip the hammer by clicking the corresponding number in your inventory bar, then right-click: the construction menu will open.

You can then set foundations, set up walls and build your first Viking survival house.

How to start building, the prerequisites!

Before you build anything, you need a hammer. It's the basic tool that unlocks the game's entire building system, and you can craft it within the first few minutes of the game.

How to make a hammer in Valheim?

Press the key Tabulation To open your inventory, select the hammer, and click «Create.» You'll need:

• 3 wood
• 2 stones

the wood is obtained by cutting down trees; the Pierre It lands right on the ground. Nothing too complicated to start with.

How to use the hammer to build?

Put the hammer in your shortcut bar, then press the corresponding number.

Here, the hammer is made of position 2 : press on button 2 to equip it, then right-click to open the build menu.

New items are unlocked as you progress. The further you go, the more you'll gain access to various materials as the iron or the Pierre.

How to build?

To place most structures, you must stay within range of a Manufacturing Table. If you stray too far from it, a error message appears, and you can't place anything.

How do you make a fabrication table?

The workbench costs only 10 wood. Place it in the center of your future base, because her range is limited.

Important point : The crafting table must be sheltered. Without a roof over it, you can't use it to craft items. And like any exposed wooden structure, it will get damaged in the rain.

Shortcuts for building in Valheim

Once you've equipped your hammer, just a few commands are all it takes to handle everything. The system relies mainly on the mouse, and you'll quickly get the hang of it.

• Left-click : Places the selected element (wall, floor, beam, roof, etc.). The snapping system automatically aligns the parts with each other.
• Scroll wheel : Rotates the piece before placing it; useful for adjusting a roof or aligning your beams.
• Scroll wheel click : Destroys a structure and returns all the materials used to you. Just be careful not to break everything by mistake.

Also, remember to use the hoe to level the ground before building. A flat land It helps avoid quite a few stability issues when you're building your walls and foundations.

Types of Structures

Unless otherwise noted, a nearby crafting table is required for each of the items listed below.

How to build a campfire?

the campfire serves as the main hearth in your Viking base: it lets you cook food (with a cooking station placed on top), lowers your humidity, and contributes to your level of comfort. A fire lit near your bed is also essential for getting a good night's sleep. To build it:

• 5 stones
• 2 wood

Check out the guide on campfire inside a house to position it properly without filling your entire base with smoke from the smoke.

How to build a kitchen?

The cooking station allows you to cook the meat. Place it over a fire, otherwise the message « You must light a fire under the cooking station » appears. Be careful not to let it cook too long, or the meat will turn to charcoal. You'll need:

• 2 wood

How to build a log?

the block Upgrade your crafting table to the level 2, which unlocks new recipes. You'll need:

• 10 wood
• 10 flint

How do you build a tanning rack?

the tanning medium upgrades the crafting table to the level 3. Each upgrade unlocks new building recipes. You'll need:

• 10 wood
• 15 flint
• 20 scraps of leather
• 5 deer hides

How to build a bed?

the bed lets you sleep and save your respawn point. If you die, you'll respawn right inside it. Sleep near a home also increases your comfort and extends the rest buff. You'll need:

• 8 wood

How to build a chest?

The trunk offers 10 storage compartments, which is very useful for keeping you unencumbered during your explorations. You'll need:

• 10 wood

How to build a wooden torch?

The wooden torch lights up the inside of your house at night. To get the resin, all you have to do is kill some Nains Gris. You'll need:

• 2 wood
• 2 resins

How to build a sign?

The sign lets you identify the contents of your chests or mark your base. The coal It happens simply when you cook meat for too long. You'll need:

• 2 wood
• 1 piece of coal

How to build a deer rug?

the deer rug is not just a decorative element: it increase your comfort level, which extends the duration of the rest buff. You'll need:

• 4 deer hides

How to build a house?

To build a house in Valheim, open the tab Construction Use your hammer to build your structure piece by piece. The Vikings build their wooden nests from the very beginning to ensure their survival. Here are the steps to follow:

1. Installation of the wooden foundations (or stone) on ground that is as level as possible. A floor Leveling with a hoe prevents stability issues.
2. Put them together walls one by one, choosing between straight walls and sloped walls for the sides of the roof.
3. Set the roof to close the structure and protect your stations from the rain.
4. Add a door, then your furniture (bed, chests, campfire, crafting table).

Keep a close eye on the structural integrity system. When you aim the hammer at a piece, it displays a a color gradient ranging from blue (very stable) to red (nearing collapse), including green and yellow.

The farther you get from the ground, the lower the structural integrity becomes. To build tall, use beams and posts that support the weight of the upper floors. If you need stronger materials, find out more about the sturdy wood for your advanced projects.

Finally, plan for a hole in the roof above the fireplace to remove the smoke. Otherwise, it builds up inside and causes your character to lose health Viking.

If you want to make faster progress on the build, you can also check out the cheat codes available in the game. To take it even further, check out these other helpful guides:

• Build a boat in Valheim
• Complete guide to Valheim
• Discord Alucare.fr on Valheim