Haunted Mansion Prop from CHEAP Craft Store Finds!
by VanOaksProps
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What this video covers
VanOaksProps walks viewers through a step-by-step build of the iconic door knockers from Disneyland's Haunted Mansion Corridor of Doors, using inexpensive craft store and online finds. The build combines plastic ornaments, wooden beads, and a dowel as a base, with resin casting and Dremel work adding detail. A layered paint and finishing process — including automotive primer, spray paint, and Rub n Buff — sells the aged, ornate look of the original prop. A free downloadable PDF template is provided to help replicate accurate shapes.
Key takeaways
- ◆Recreates the Haunted Mansion Corridor of Doors knockers using affordable, widely available materials
- ◆Smooth-On Smoothcast 300 resin is used for casting detail elements
- ◆Dremel engraving and sanding bits add surface texture and fine detail
- ◆Multi-stage painting with primer, spray paint, and Rub n Buff achieves an antique metal finish
- ◆A free PDF template is available to guide accurate prop construction
Who this is for
Disney fans and Halloween prop builders who want an affordable, screen-accurate Haunted Mansion decoration without professional-level equipment.
Tools mentioned
- • Dremel rotary tool
- • Dremel 430 sanding drum
- • Dremel 107 engraving bit
- • step up bits
- • Pica marker
- • nylon brushes
- • small spray bottle
Materials mentioned
- • 60mm clear plastic fillable ornament
- • 25mm wooden beads
- • 10mm wooden dowel
- • CA glue
- • Smooth-On Smoothcast 300 resin
- • resin tint/pigment
- • U-Pol high 5 automotive filler primer
- • Montana Gold Shock Brown spray paint
- • Antique Gold Rub n Buff
- • FolkArt Teal
- • DecoArt Sea Glass
- • DecoArt Blue Mist
- • satin clear coat
⚠ Safety notes
Resin casting requires adequate ventilation and appropriate gloves; follow manufacturer safety guidelines for Smoothcast 300 and spray paints.
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