Miniature Scale Guide & Converter

A reference guide for dollhouse and miniature collectors. Understand the most common miniature scales, see how everyday objects translate across them, and convert any real-world measurement to your chosen scale.

Common Miniature Scales

• 1:12 (one-inch scale) — 1 in = 1 ft. The most popular dollhouse scale. Widest selection of kits, furniture, and accessories.
• 1:24 (half-inch scale) — 1 in = 2 ft. Half the size of 1:12. Great for smaller display spaces.
• 1:48 (quarter-inch scale) — 1 in = 4 ft. Very small; used by advanced collectors and competition miniaturists.
• 1:6 (fashion doll scale) — Compatible with Barbie and similar dolls. Larger than 1:12.
• 1:144 (dollhouse within a dollhouse) — Extremely tiny; used for miniatures-within-miniatures.

Scale Converter

Divide any real-world measurement (in inches) by the scale denominator to get the miniature size. For example, a 36-inch sofa at 1:12 scale = 36 ÷ 12 = 3 inches.

Common Objects at 1:12 Scale

• Standard door (80 in) → 6.67 in
• Dining chair (18 in seat height) → 1.5 in
• Sofa (36 in long) → 3 in
• Queen bed (60 in wide) → 5 in
• Paperback book (7 in) → 0.58 in