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Fog & Chiller Effects

Every fog & chiller effects video worth your time, gathered in one place. Browse builds, tutorials, and showcases — each embedded from its original creator with a quick summary so you can find exactly what you need.

142 videos

DIY Halloween Props - Bubbling Witch's Cauldron with Glowing Coals
10:35
DIY PropsBeginner$30–$80

DIY Halloween Props - Bubbling Witch's Cauldron with Glowing Coals

Wicked Makers duo Jaimie and Jay walk through a beginner-friendly Halloween build that transforms a large plastic cauldron into a dramatic bubbling brew scene complete with glowing coal effects. The project combines an ultrasonic pond fogger for rising mist with orange string lights and textured spray-foam coals to simulate a fire beneath the pot. Despite involving several components, each step is designed to be approachable and tackled in stages, making it a solid weekend project. The finished prop works equally well for yard haunts or front-porch Halloween displays.

Wicked Makers· 1,393,708 views
How to make a DIY Fog Chiller | DIY Halloween Props
5:05
Fog & Chiller EffectsBeginner$20–$40

How to make a DIY Fog Chiller | DIY Halloween Props

Wicked Makers' Jaimie and Jay walk through building a simple, low-cost fog chiller from everyday household materials in about an hour. Fog from a standard fog machine is routed through a PVC inlet into an ice-filled plastic storage bin, where it cools and exits as a dense, ground-hugging rolling fog effect. Chicken wire inside the bin keeps the ice elevated while letting chilled fog pass through freely. The build requires no specialized tools and is explicitly designed to be family-friendly.

Wicked Makers· 509,982 views
Taylor Swift Back To December CMA Awards 2010 with Froggy's Fog
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Other

Taylor Swift Back To December CMA Awards 2010 with Froggy's Fog

This video showcases Froggy's Fog products in action during a high-profile live performance at the 2010 CMA Awards. The footage highlights the atmospheric fog, haze, and snow effects that enhanced the on-stage presentation. It serves primarily as a real-world product demonstration in a professional entertainment setting.

Froggy's Fog· 230,664 views
www.monstertutorials.com - How to make glowing coals and embers plus witch's cauldron
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DIY PropsBeginner

www.monstertutorials.com - How to make glowing coals and embers plus witch's cauldron

This tutorial from Monster Tutorials walks viewers through building convincing fake glowing coals and burning embers for Halloween displays, along with a witch's cauldron that produces smoke and glows purple at night. Spray foam appears to be a key material in achieving a realistic ember texture. The finished effects combine practical construction with lighting and fog to create an atmospheric, witchcraft-themed prop. It's a relatively accessible project aimed at haunters who want a striking visual centerpiece.

Monster Tutorials· 203,691 views
PROP LAB - Creating a Fog Projection Screen? NEW SERIES!
8:53
Projection EffectsIntermediate

PROP LAB - Creating a Fog Projection Screen? NEW SERIES!

VanOaksProps launches a new experimental series called Prop Lab, where the creator openly documents the learning process behind ambitious Halloween builds — including mistakes and limitations. This debut episode focuses on building a DIY fog projection screen capable of displaying a ghostly digital effect from Spectral Illusions. The build combines a small pico projector with a reptile fogger and computer fans to generate and shape a fog curtain thin enough to serve as a projection surface. The video emphasizes honest problem-solving over polished results, making it as much a learning resource as a how-to.

VanOaksProps· 133,098 views
DIY 7ft Reaper tutorial...with fog and lantern. Light and spooky, make this Halloween prop today!
25:07
DIY PropsBeginner

DIY 7ft Reaper tutorial...with fog and lantern. Light and spooky, make this Halloween prop today!

Monster Tutorials walks viewers through building an impressive 7-foot Grim Reaper Halloween prop using materials that are easy to source. The build incorporates a lantern and fog effects to give the finished figure an eerie, atmospheric presence. At 25 minutes, the tutorial is designed to be approachable for builders of most skill levels.

Monster Tutorials· 105,402 views
Laser Swamp Liquid Sky Fog Effect!
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Fog & Chiller Effects

Laser Swamp Liquid Sky Fog Effect!

This FrightProps video showcases a dramatic swamp-themed fog and laser combination effect designed for haunted house environments. The setup creates a glowing, low-lying or sky-filling atmospheric look that enhances immersive Halloween scenes. The video appears to be a product demonstration tied to a packaged kit available through FrightProps.

FrightProps· 60,710 views
Laser Swamp Assembly and Setup
2:46
Lighting TutorialsBeginner

Laser Swamp Assembly and Setup

This short tutorial from Froggy's Fog walks through the assembly and setup of their Laser Swamp system, which combines haze with specialized laser lighting to produce a dense, opaque layer of light at ground level. The effect mimics wading through a murky swamp and is designed to obscure actors and props from guests walking through the scene. The video demonstrates how to connect the laser modules and build a basic scene around the product.

Froggy's Fog· 51,379 views
Dragon Legends Wall Hanging Display UNBOXING & SETUP | Distortions Unlimited Dragon Art
9:45
Prop Reviews

Dragon Legends Wall Hanging Display UNBOXING & SETUP | Distortions Unlimited Dragon Art

Distortions Unlimited founder Ed Edmunds unboxes and sets up the Dragon Legends wall-hanging display, a new 2021 release sculpted by Tom Cassidy. The piece is a large decorative dragon head that emits simulated smoke and fire effects using a bundled fog machine and LED lighting. It is available in six color options and is positioned as bold statement decor for fantasy, DnD, and Halloween enthusiasts. The video gives viewers a real-world look at the product's scale, detail, and out-of-box setup process.

DistortionsUnlimited· 48,630 views
Supercharge Your Fog Machine!
7:34
Fog & Chiller EffectsBeginner$20–$40

Supercharge Your Fog Machine!

VanOaks Props walks through building a compact DIY fog fan attachment designed to push fog from a standard Halloween fog machine further across a yard or display. The build centers on mounting a 12V computer fan inside an ABS duct reducer and connecting flexible dryer hose to direct the output. Wago connectors and a 12V power supply keep the wiring clean and beginner-friendly. A downloadable gasket template is provided to help seal the fan housing effectively.

VanOaksProps· 48,271 views
How To Make Thicker Fog For Your Fog Machine!
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Fog & Chiller EffectsBeginner$5–$20

How To Make Thicker Fog For Your Fog Machine!

This video breaks down the science behind fog machine fluid density by testing different ratios of propylene glycol and vegetable glycerine mixed with a standard smoke fluid base. The creator takes a methodical, Mythbusters-style approach, comparing 50/50, 60/40, and 70/30 blends to determine which produces the thickest fog output. It's a practical, low-cost experiment that gives haunters actionable data for improving their fog effects without buying expensive specialty fluids.

Creative Geekery· 44,909 views
DIY Halloween Fog Chiller - Keep that fog low and creepy!!
9:45
Fog & Chiller EffectsBeginner$20–$60

DIY Halloween Fog Chiller - Keep that fog low and creepy!!

This beginner-friendly tutorial from Monster Tutorials walks viewers through building a simple DIY fog chiller that keeps fog hugging the ground for a low, eerie effect. The build relies on a handful of affordable, easily sourced materials including a tub, dryer duct, a small USB fan, and a standard fog machine. The camo netting helps conceal the rig for a cleaner, more immersive haunt presentation. At roughly ten minutes, the video delivers a quick, actionable project well-suited for home haunters looking to level up their atmosphere on a budget.

Monster Tutorials· 39,070 views
How to Make a CHEAP Low Lying Fog Chiller-With Doctor Terror Eyes
14:04
Fog & Chiller EffectsBeginnerlow / budget-friendly

How to Make a CHEAP Low Lying Fog Chiller-With Doctor Terror Eyes

Dr. TerrorEyes from Froggy's Fog walks through a DIY fog chiller build designed to produce dense, ground-hugging fog for outdoor Halloween cemetery displays on a tight budget. The design improves on the standard ice-chest chiller by swapping out typical flat wire grating for an internal metal component with significantly greater surface area, resulting in more efficient fog cooling. The host claims the entire unit can be assembled solo in roughly an hour. The tutorial pairs naturally with Froggy's own low-lying fog juice formula.

Froggy's Fog· 38,920 views
Best Fog Machine For Halloween
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Fog & Chiller Effects

Best Fog Machine For Halloween

This short review compares three readily available fog machines at different capability levels to help Halloween enthusiasts pick the right one for their haunt. The host breaks down each machine's strengths, ideal use cases, and the kinds of atmospheric effects each can produce. DMX-controlled options are highlighted alongside a basic entry-level unit, giving viewers a practical framework for matching a machine to their specific setup. Timer compatibility considerations for basic machines are also flagged as an important purchasing detail.

Creative Geekery· 37,354 views
Vortex Fusion Fog Chiller Fog Machine
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Fog & Chiller Effects

Vortex Fusion Fog Chiller Fog Machine

FrightProps showcases the Vortex Fusion, a fog chiller system designed to keep machine-generated fog hugging the ground for dramatic low-lying effects. Rather than requiring dry ice or specialized cooling media, the unit works with ordinary household ice cubes, making it accessible for a wide range of users. The short clip highlights the product as a leading cold fog distribution solution for use with standard commercial fog and smoke machines.

FrightProps· 35,863 views
How can I make a homemade chiller? | Froggy's DIY
3:45
Fog & Chiller EffectsBeginner

How can I make a homemade chiller? | Froggy's DIY

Froggy's Fog walks viewers through building a homemade fog chiller from scratch in this short, focused tutorial. The goal is to cool a fog machine's output so it hugs the ground rather than rising, creating a dramatic low-lying fog effect. At just four minutes, the guide is concise and accessible for beginners looking to elevate their Halloween atmosphere on a budget.

Froggy's Fog· 33,162 views
How do I clean my fog machine? | Froggy's DIY
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Fog & Chiller EffectsBeginner

How do I clean my fog machine? | Froggy's DIY

This short tutorial from Froggy's Fog walks viewers through the correct way to clean and maintain their fog machines, contrasting proper technique with a humorous look at what not to do. Regular cleaning helps extend the life of fog, snow, bubble, and haze machines. The video is applicable to most machines in the Froggy's Fog lineup.

Froggy's Fog· 27,921 views
Controlling a Fog Machine with a Prop Controller or Relay
10:09
Fog & Chiller EffectsIntermediate

Controlling a Fog Machine with a Prop Controller or Relay

This FrightProps tutorial demonstrates how to automate an inexpensive fog machine by intercepting its wired manual remote and routing control through a relay or solid-state output on a prop controller. The technique — often called 'hacking the remote' — is presented as a practical workaround for fog machines that lack DMX capability. Both haunt-focused controllers like the PicoBoo and escape-room controllers like the EscapeKeeper are shown as compatible options. The result is timed or sensor-triggered fog activation without needing a premium DMX-enabled fog machine.

FrightProps· 27,416 views
LSC1332 Laser Swamp Creature PoisonProps.com
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DIY Animatronics

LSC1332 Laser Swamp Creature PoisonProps.com

The LSC1332 Laser Swamp Creature from Poison Props is a professional pneumatic animatronic designed to lurk hidden beneath a laser swamp fog effect before dramatically lunging upward approximately five feet with a rising torso and articulated head movement. The plug-and-play unit ships complete with the character, rig, pneumatics, a programmed controller, and a motion sensor, making it ready for immediate installation in haunted attractions or dark rides. An optional audio package adds a digital player, powered speaker, and scream effect to amplify the scare. Laser swamp lighting and fog equipment are sold separately.

POISON PROPS· 24,720 views
Fobbles F4 | Create Fog Filled Bubbles! | 4-in-1 Fog Bubble Machine
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Fog & Chiller Effects

Fobbles F4 | Create Fog Filled Bubbles! | 4-in-1 Fog Bubble Machine

The Fobbles F4 from Froggy's Fog is a versatile 4-in-1 machine capable of producing fog, haze, bubbles, and fog-filled bubbles that pop with a dramatic puff of fog. The unit includes built-in LED lighting to enhance visual impact and supports DMX control alongside an onboard LCD panel for flexible operation. This short product showcase highlights the machine's range of effects and its suitability for professional and high-end event environments.

Froggy's Fog· 23,547 views
Laser Swamp - Halloween Scare
0:31
Fog & Chiller Effects

Laser Swamp - Halloween Scare

This short showcase video from FrightProps demonstrates a laser swamp effect designed for haunted houses and Halloween displays. The effect combines laser lighting with fog to create an eerie, immersive swamp atmosphere. It serves primarily as a product demonstration highlighting the visual impact of the effect in action.

FrightProps· 18,747 views
Froggy's Fog Laser Swamp
0:38
Fog & Chiller Effects

Froggy's Fog Laser Swamp

Froggy's Fog showcases their Laser Swamp product, which combines haze or fog output with laser lighting to create immersive atmospheric effects. The short demo highlights the visual impact this unit can deliver in haunted house and home haunt settings. It appears to be one of the brand's featured offerings for the Halloween season.

Froggy's Fog· 17,512 views
How to make low lying fog / DIY fog chiller box Colorado's 9 News Facebook live
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Fog & Chiller EffectsBeginner

How to make low lying fog / DIY fog chiller box Colorado's 9 News Facebook live

In this Facebook Live segment with Denver's 9 News, Frightmare Compound owner Josh Holder demonstrates how to build a simple DIY fog chiller box to produce ground-hugging low-lying fog. The short tutorial focuses on an affordable, easy method for adding a cinematic atmospheric effect to a home haunt. It aims to help hobbyists elevate their Halloween setups with a professional-looking fog effect.

The Frightmare Compound· 17,161 views
Thrashing Bull Head Blowing Smoke through nostrils
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Prop Reviews

Thrashing Bull Head Blowing Smoke through nostrils

FrightProps showcases a wall-mounted animatronic bull head that thrashes and convulses aggressively while expelling fog from its nostrils for a dramatic effect. The unit ships as a complete, ready-to-run package that includes the prop, a fog machine, motion sensor, controller, and speakers. The short demo clip highlights how the combined motion and fog effects work together in a haunted house setting.

FrightProps· 17,052 views