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Haunted House Set Dressing

Videos built around the haunted house set dressing theme — pulled together so you can study how others bring this atmosphere to life.

3 videos

8:52

DIY PropsBeginnerlow (uses scrap foam; paints and basic hand tools)

Making Fake Logs From Foam DIY

VanOaksProps walks through the process of sculpting realistic-looking fake logs from scrap foam pieces — an ideal technique for filling a haunted house or staged fireplace. The build uses accessible hand tools like a rasp, drywall saw, and wire brush to shape and texture the foam before finishing with paint. A hard coating step is highlighted as the key to making the props durable enough for repeated seasonal use.

VanOaksProps· 44,401 views

19:34

DIY PropsBeginner

Making Prop weaponry

Allen Hopps of StiltbeastStudios walks through how to fabricate convincing prop bladed weapons — such as trick knives — using sintra (foam PVC) plastic, a lightweight and workable material available from plastic supply houses. The tutorial focuses on achieving a realistic appearance while keeping the process accessible and the props safe for haunted house use. Techniques shown are straightforward enough for newcomers to prop-making to follow along. The finished pieces work equally well as costume accessories or haunt set dressing.

StiltbeastStudios· 39,627 views

9:04

DIY PropsBeginner$20–$60

Crematorium Door Prop for Your Haunt!

VanOaksProps walks through the construction of a convincing fake crematorium oven door using wood, EVA craft foam, and a layered paint approach. The build is designed to be quick and accessible while delivering a genuinely unsettling set-dressing piece for a Halloween haunt. A multi-step painting process — including rubberized undercoating, matte black, metallic aluminum, and acrylic washes — gives the prop its gritty, industrial realism. Starbond CA glue (provided by the sponsor) is used throughout to bond foam components securely.

VanOaksProps· 12,657 views