One of the most foremost things to know about the dollhouse hobby is that all dolls houses are built to proper scale. That is they are built to a inescapable size so furniture and decorations can universally be fitted into them.
There are two proper scales for dolls houses: 1/12th scale and 1/24th scale. 1/12th scale is 12 times smaller that real size and 1/24th scale is 24 times smaller than real size. 1/12th scale is by far the most beloved doll house scale and most furnishings and dolls houses are made to this scale. 1/24th scale is becoming more beloved but there are far fewer furnishings ready for this size doll house.
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If you are just starting out it is easier to stick to 12th scale.
As well as being made to a proper scale doll houses are commonly made out of one of two woods; Mdf or plywood. Children's houses tend to solely be made from Mdf because it is very durable and doesn't splinter. Plywood is often used for collector's houses that have a lot of detail and intricate shapes.
Plywood is much thinner than Mdf and a plywood dolls house is far less durable and I would not advise one for a child. It does have its advantages in collector's houses however. This wood is more malleable and can bend so you can choose a doll house with a curved roof and lot's of fancy trims.
If you are construction a doll house from scratch yourself I would advise using Mdf. It is much easier to work with and will make a more stable doll house. You can also purchase proper sized windows and doors to fit a doll house made from 9mm thick Mdf is you don't want to make these yourself.
Doll House Scale and construction Materials
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