Layer
Reference
Mode:
Sculpt Mode
Tool:
Toolbar ‣ Layer
This brush is similar to Draw, except that the height capped. This creates the appearance of a flat layer.
It is recommended to use the Persistent setting and regularly Set Persistent Base, so that multiple strokes to not add on top of each other.
Brush Settings
General
Hardness
Higher by default to ensure the profile of layers is more noticeable. More info at Hardness
Note
More info at General brush settings and on Advanced brush settings.
Unique
Height
The fixed height of each stroke. This is measured using the scene scale, so it is consistent no matter the amount of zoom or or object size.
Persistent
This will ensure that multiple strokes use the same height, as if sculpting a single layer.
Set Persistent Base
This button resets a new base so that you can sculpt new layer.