1/4" x 36" Square Dowel

1/4" x 36" Poplar Square Dowel Rod — Hardwood Modeling Stick for Furniture, Signs, and Craft Projects

The 1/4 inch by 36 inch poplar square dowel rod is a durable, smoothly sanded wood component designed for model making, miniature furniture, clean-edged signage, and innovative decor. It features a consistent true-square profile and a straight grain for professional stacking, joining, or gluing—while remaining lightweight for ease of handling in both hobby and light construction settings. The unfinished surface is ideal for custom painting, staining, or precision carving, supporting seamless adaptation to diverse creative uses[103][105].

Key Features

• Dimensions: True 1/4" × 1/4" (6.35 mm × 6.35 mm) square profile; length: 36" (914.4 mm)
• Material: Responsibly sourced poplar hardwood, kiln-dried for strength and dimensional stability
• Unfinished, splinter-free surface for immediate use or custom finishing
• Maintains stiffness and strength for structural craft or decor support
• Available in singles, or bulk packs of 10 or 100 to fit your project scale
• Each dowel weighs approximately 0.05 lbs (22.7 g)

Specifications

• Length: 36" (914.4 mm)
• Width & Thickness: 1/4" (0.25", 6.35 mm)
• Shape: Square profile
• Material: Unfinished, kiln-dried poplar wood
• Weight: 0.05 lbs (22.7 g) per dowel
• Pack Sizes: 1, 10, 100; additional bulk on request
• Tolerance: ±0.01"
• Recommended Storage: Store in a dry place to prevent swelling or warping

Suggested Uses

Well-suited for architectural modeling, dollhouse and furniture construction, and creating small signs or lightweight structural accents, this dowel’s square shape ensures clean right-angle joins and geometric precision. Crafters rely on them for creating modern plant trellises, miniature shelving, frame supports, or crisp-edged banners and display stands. Its light weight and adaptability make it excellent for creative ornaments, custom cake stands, and kids’ STEM assembly kits. For a standout project, try building interlocking cube displays or modular drawer dividers that showcase the dowel’s clean lines and natural wood detail[103][105].

Frequently Asked Questions

• How strong is this dowel for furniture building?
  Poplar’s density and straight grain give this dowel strength for miniature chairs, tables, or display frames.
• Can I easily cut the dowel to custom lengths?
  Yes, it is easy to saw and sand cleanly without splintering.
• Will the surface accept glue and finish?
  The unfinished wood readily bonds with wood glue and holds paints or stains evenly.
• Can this dowel be used for outdoor plant stakes?
  Apply a weatherproof or exterior finish if using outdoors to protect from moisture.
• Are longer or thicker sizes offered for special orders?
  Contact for availability; custom and bulk orders are often possible for larger projects.
• Will the dowel stay straight over time?
  Kiln-dried poplar resists warping if stored dry and upright.

Choose the 1/4" x 36" poplar square dowel for crisp structure, customizable finish, and reliable performance in model-making, organization, signage, and creative home décor tasks.