ElSopa - HD Grindstone Redone SE
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.3% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #299 of 565 Models and Textures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Grindstone Redone
4k version has an uncompressed normal texture for maximum quality.
Optional compressed available in the files section, you can just replace the texture in the mod folder or just leave it as a patch.
I decided to take a more artistic style more than realistic! I like it that way ;)
Animation of the vertical metal connector can be a little clunky if you really pay attention to it, but nothing extraordinary
If you liked it add your screenshots I love that!
ElSopa's HD Grindstone Redone SE is a visual overhaul for Skyrim Special Edition's grindstone, featuring a new mesh and textures with optional resolution choices. It's a purely cosmetic mod with no ESP, making it lightweight and compatible. With over 5,200 endorsements and 1.6 million downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking improved crafting station visuals.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge community trust: 5,224 endorsements and 1.6M downloads — this is a proven favorite
- No ESP means it's safe to add or remove without breaking your save
- Optional texture resolutions let you balance visuals and performance
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in December 2023 — might not be patched for the latest Skyrim updates, but likely still works
- Only affects the grindstone — if you want all crafting stations overhauled, you'll need other mods
- No gameplay changes — purely cosmetic, so if you want new mechanics, skip this
For Skyrim players who want a sharper, more detailed grindstone without adding script load or ESPs. If you're into visual overhauls and care about crafting station aesthetics, this is a must-have. Skip if you're looking for gameplay changes or if you're on a low-end PC and can't afford the texture hit.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Since there's no ESP, just drop the files into your Data folder or use a mod manager — no load order worries.
- If you're using a mod manager, preview the texture options before installing to pick the right resolution for your setup.
- Pair this with other ElSopa HD retextures for a consistent look across crafting stations.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- ElSopa
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 1,636,002
- Endorsements
- 5,224
- Category
- Models and Textures
- Created
- 11/9/2021
- Updated
- 12/11/2023
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