Male symbol made of MDF – masculinity symbol for crafts

Are you planning a craft session with the children, a homemade Father's Day gift or clear signage for the men's toilet? And you still need the right motif? Our man symbol made of HDF is a laser-cut wooden cutout in its natural finish. You can paint it, stick things on it or simply use it as it is. It comes in sizes from 5 to 50 cm. So it fits your next project, whether it's a small tag or a large door sign.

What changes for you

• You can start painting, gluing or decorating straight away. The MDF surface is untreated and takes paints such as acrylic or chalk paint well.
• Your result looks neat without any sanding. The laser cut leaves smooth edges.
• You'll find exactly the size that suits your project. Choose from 5 to 50 cm in 1 cm steps.
• You save money when crafting with children, at school or in a club. The symbol is also available in sets of 10, 25, 50 or 100 pieces.
• Your door and room signs are understood at a glance. Everyone knows the male gender symbol.

Why this male symbol makes a difference in everyday life

A ready-made cutout takes the hardest part off your hands: sawing and smoothing. You can focus on the fun part – designing, combining and giving. Later the symbol might hang on the changing room door or as a tag on a present. It looks neat and finished, because the shape and edges are right from the start.

Material & finish

The symbol is laser-cut from a 3 mm thick, high-density HDF/MDF fibreboard. It is made in our own production in Pößneck, Thuringia. The board is untreated, neither varnished nor glazed. So every design option stays open to you. Fibreboards naturally show fibres of varying lightness and small textures. This is not a flaw. It makes every piece one of a kind.

Dimensions & technical details

• Material: HDF/MDF fibreboard
• Material thickness: 3 mm
• Shape: male symbol (male gender symbol)
• Dimensions (height x width): 5 cm to 50 cm, selectable in 1 cm steps
• Reference size: at a height of 10 cm, the width is also 10 cm
• Cut: laser cut, smooth edges
• Surface: untreated, not varnished or glazed
• Made in Thuringia, Germany

How to use the male symbol

• Crafting with children: each child paints their own symbol. In the end, a homemade Father's Day present hangs on the kitchen shelf, and everyone is proud of it.
• On doors at home: put a painted symbol on the bathroom or guest room door. Your guests will know where to go without asking.
• In cafés, restaurants or businesses: as signage for toilets and changing areas, the clear sign helps people find their way. It's quick to put up and stays easy to understand.
• For tags and signs of all kinds: in a small size, the symbol becomes a gift tag. In a large size, it becomes a wall sign.
• For model making and decorations of any kind: combine the motif with other cutouts. Your scene comes together down to the last detail.

Good to know about the male symbol

The male gender symbol comes from the astronomical sign for the planet Mars. It is a circle with an arrow, traditionally read as a shield and spear. As a symbol of masculinity, it is understood worldwide without words. That is why it works so well for door signs, signage and decorations on men's themes.

Care & durability

There's not much you need to do. Simply keep the untreated HDF dry. Dust it with a soft cloth when needed. Avoid constant moisture. For long-term use in damp rooms or outdoors, we recommend an opaque coat of paint or a wood glaze of your choice. That way the symbol keeps its shape and stays looking good for a long time.

Options & what's included

• Sizes: 5 cm to 50 cm (height x width), selectable in 1 cm steps
• Quantities: singly or in sets of 10, 25, 50 or 100
• What's included: male symbol cutout in the chosen size and quantity, untreated in its natural state
• Paints, ribbons and other decorations shown in the product images are not included

Frequently asked questions

Can I paint or decorate the symbol? Yes. The MDF surface is untreated and in its natural state. You can paint it, colour it or stick things on it, just as you like.

Is the width the same as the chosen height? Yes. If you choose a height of 10 cm, for example, the width is also 10 cm.

Are colour variations in the material normal? Yes. HDF boards are made of pressed wood fibres. These can vary in lightness and show small irregularities. This is exactly what makes every piece unique.

Is the symbol suitable for outdoor use? Untreated, it belongs indoors. With a protective coat of paint or a glaze, you can also prepare it for outdoor use.

A fibreboard cutout is just the starting point. What counts is the moment your hand-decorated sign hangs on the door or your homemade present is handed over. And it looks just the way you imagined. Simply choose your size and quantity. You design the rest.