Where exactly do I find Rib Armor Trim in Nether Fortresses?

Look inside chests throughout the fortress. They're usually in treasure rooms and corridors. Check multiple chests if you don't find it right away.

Can I craft Rib Armor Trim?

No, it only appears in Nether Fortress chests. You have to find it in the world.

What's the difference between armor trim patterns?

Each pattern looks different visually, but they all work the same way at the Smithing Table. The rib pattern has a ribbed appearance on the armor.

Do I need multiple Rib Armor Trims to customize multiple armor pieces?

Yes, each piece of armor needs its own trim template. One template customizes one piece.

What happens if I use different copper blocks with the rib trim?

The color of the trim changes based on which copper block you use. Experiment with each oxidation level for different looks.

Rib Armor Trim Guide - Minecraft 1.20

About Rib Armor Trim

Rib Armor Trim is an item added in Minecraft 1.20 that lets you customize how your armor looks. It’s a smithing template, so you’ll need to use it at a Smithing Table with armor and copper. There are 16 different armor trim patterns in the game, and Rib is one of them.

How to Get It in Survival Mode

You can’t craft this item. Instead, you need to find it in the world. Here’s where to look.

Finding It in Nether Fortresses

Rib Armor Trim spawns in chests inside Nether Fortresses. To find one:

Go to the Nether (build a nether portal or use an existing one)
Look for a Nether Fortress. They’re giant structures made of nether bricks. You can use /locate structure nether_fortress to find one quickly
Search through chests in the fortress until you find Rib Armor Trim. Most fortresses have multiple chests, so check them all
If you don’t find it, try another fortress

Creative Mode Location

In Creative Mode for Java Edition 1.20, you’ll find Rib Armor Trim in the Ingredients tab of the Creative Inventory.

Technical Info

Item ID and Name

The Minecraft ID for Rib Armor Trim is rib_armor_trim_smithing_template. It stacks up to 64 in your inventory.

Give Command

To give yourself Rib Armor Trim in Java Edition 1.20, use this command:

/give @p rib_armor_trim_smithing_template 1

How to Use It

Once you have Rib Armor Trim, bring it to a Smithing Table along with:

The armor piece you want to customize (helmet, chestplate, leggings, or boots)
A copper block of any color (copper, exposed copper, weathered copper, or oxidized copper)

The Smithing Table will apply the rib pattern to your armor. Different metals change the color of the trim. Experiment to find the look you want.

Rib Armor Trim Guide – Minecraft 1.20