Features
- Plastruct Styrene Structural H Column - Pkg of 5, 1/4" H x 1/4" W x 15" L
- 1/4" H x 1/4" W x 15" L
Specifications
| Unit Count | 1 |
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Pack of five H-section columns molded from styrene plastic, each 1/4" high × 1/4" wide and 15" long. They serve as uniform structural members for scale models, architectural mock-ups, or scratch-built projects and can be cut, glued, and painted as needed.
Project Ideas
Business
Pre-cut model structural kits
Offer pre-measured, pre-sanded H-column kits (shelving uprights, pergola posts, balcony supports) for dollhouse and model hobbyists. Include assembly instructions, matching styrene shelves/trim, small hardware and finishing tips. Sell as low-cost kit bundles on Etsy or hobby marketplaces.
Architectural accessory packs for studios & students
Create accessory packs aimed at architecture students and model shops: sorted H-columns, corner/connector pieces, micro-brackets and quick-assembly guides for fast conceptual mock-ups. Market to schools and freelance architects; price for volume discounts.
Handmade industrial mini-decor line
Turn small assembled pieces—geometric wall panels, tiny shelving units, miniature lamp stands—into finished decor items for home or desk displays. Use high-quality paint/weathering and package as premium handmade goods to sell on Etsy, local craft fairs or boutique stores.
Display stands & photo props for miniatures
Make and sell small display stands, risers and shelving specifically for tabletop gamers, miniature photographers and collectors. The H-column profile yields a clean modern aesthetic; offer multiple finishes and modular connectors so collectors can build custom displays.
Workshops and DIY kit subscriptions
Run in-person or online workshops teaching techniques for cutting, joining and finishing styrene H-columns (model making, mini-furniture, lighting). Complement classes with subscription kits (monthly project boxes with pre-cut H pieces, instructions and finishing supplies) to build recurring revenue.
Creative
Mini industrial shelving (dollhouse & diorama)
Use the H-columns as upright posts for 1:12 or 1:24-scale shelving units. Cut columns to height, join with thin styrene sheet or strip stock for shelves, glue with plastic cement, sand seams and paint metallic or weathered finishes. Great for dollhouses, model-train freight bays or workshop dioramas.
Geometric 3D wall panels
Cut the 15" H-columns into many short segments and arrange them on a flat board to form repeating 3D grids or staggered patterns. Bond, prime, then paint a gradient, metallic or matte color for modern textured wall art or small framed panels.
Miniature pergolas, trellises & pavilions
Use the H-sections as uniform posts and beams to build pergolas, gazebos or trellises for architectural models and garden dioramas. Their H profile gives a convincing structural look; add thin slats across the top, twine vine, and weather with washes for realism.
Hidden wiring raceway & LED trim
Use lengths of H-section as tidy channel pieces to conceal micro-LED wires and resistors in scale models. Mount LEDs to thin base strips, lay wires along the column flanges, and snap cover strips or paint to blend the channel into the scenery—produces clean illumination without visible wiring.
Mini railings, ladders and support frames
Cut and assemble H-columns into rail-and-post systems, ladders, or scaffolding for construction dioramas or miniature displays. The uniform cross-section makes repetitive, scale-accurate elements quick to build; chrome or rust finishes add industrial character.