Description
1-3/4" Wooden Miniature Milk Can — Unfinished Maple Mini Milk Jug for Scale Models and Dollhouse Displays
The 1-3/4" wooden miniature milk can is CNC-turned from unfinished solid maple, tailored for accurate detailing in dollhouse farm kits, model railroad scenes, and diorama builds. Its smooth, paint-ready surface and proportional design let hobbyists add realistic dairy or storage vessels to displays, while the flat base and rounded edges make for stable, safe placement in educational or crafting environments. Sized for common miniature scales, this unfinished maple milk can is ideal for painting, staining, and creative finishing in detailed displays and group craft projects.
Key Features
- CNC-machined from kiln-dried maple hardwood for reliable durability and smooth grain
- Tumble-sanded finish eliminates splinters and readies the surface for paint or stain
- Rounded contours and flat base ensure stability in model layouts and easy handling
- Natural unfinished surface allows for detailed painting, staining, or artist embellishments
- Scales well for 1:12, 1:24, and HO or O scale scenes in hobby projects
- Bulk packs available for classrooms, group workshops, or event crafting
Specifications
- Height: 1-3/4" (1 3/4") / 44.45 mm
- Maximum Diameter: 7/8" (0.88") / 22.23 mm
- Neck Diameter: 23/32" (0.72") / 18.26 mm
- Lid Height: 7/32" (0.22") / 5.56 mm
- Weight: 0.42 oz (11.9 g) per can
- Material: Solid unfinished maple hardwood
- Surface: Smooth, tumble-sanded
- Tolerances: ±0.02" (±0.5 mm)
- Color: Natural wood (unfinished)
Suggested Uses
This scaled maple milk can easily finds its place in authentic model farm scenes, as classic props in railway or barn dioramas, and as movable accessories for dollhouse kitchens or barns—especially in 1:12 and 1:24 formats. At home on a shelf or table, painted mini milk cans create charming rustic party decorations or group-art centerpieces for farm-to-table gatherings. Teachers use them for hands-on classroom projects when exploring agriculture or rural history units, while kids can create custom plant holders, fairy garden containers, or even coin catchers with basic paint and a little glue. For something unique, craft a miniature dairy delivery wagon or create a memory box, painting each can to mark a family trip, making these timeless keepsakes for future play and display.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What scale is the miniature milk can best suited for?
The size fits well in 1:12 dollhouses, 1:24 farm scenes, and also works for HO or O scale railroad layouts. - Is the surface smooth enough to paint immediately?
Yes, each can is tumble-sanded and ready for paint, stain, or other art mediums right out of the package. - Can these be used as functional containers?
No, these are strictly decorative and not intended to hold liquids or food. - Will permanent markers or watercolors work on the surface?
Both will adhere nicely; maple’s grain takes most paints, stains, markers, and woodburning details well. - Are bulk orders available for schools or workshops?
Yes, bulk packs are available, making them ideal for classrooms or community project kits. - Is this safe for children’s crafts?
With adult supervision, these are safe for crafting; not intended for children under 3 due to small parts. - Do the cans come with lids or handles?
No, this model has a non-removable lid and does not include separate handles. - Can I glue these to wood or cardboard bases?
Yes, standard white glue or wood glue holds them securely in multi-material projects. - What is the wood’s finish or color?
The cans are left unfinished in natural maple tone and can be customized to match any theme. - How stable are they when placed upright?
They feature a flat base for secure, upright display on most flat surfaces. - Could this be used to make a miniature planter?
Yes, they’re popular as small succulent planters or for faux flower arrangements in mini gardens. - What tools do I need for decoration?
Basic brushes, craft paints, markers, and glue are all suitable; no special tools required. - Do they arrive unfinished or sealed?
Each milk can is fully unfinished, making them ready for immediate customization.
Count on the solid construction and crisp detail of this 1-3/4" maple miniature milk can to provide clean, reliable authenticity for your next model, educational project, or custom-crafted collection.
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