I 3D Printed a LIFE SIZE Haunted Mansion Door for Neil Patrick Harris - PART 1
by VanOaksProps
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What this video covers
VanOaksProps tackles Part 1 of an ambitious life-size 3D-printed Haunted Mansion door build, commissioned for Neil Patrick Harris. This episode focuses specifically on faux metallic painting techniques designed to achieve a refined, subtly aged finish rather than the heavily weathered look typically featured on the channel. The creator walks through a layered acrylic and spray-paint process using bronze, gold, patina, and black tones to convincingly mimic aged metal. It's a practical deep-dive into a more nuanced approach to prop finishing.
Key takeaways
- ◆Demonstrates a subtle aging approach distinct from heavily distressed weathering techniques
- ◆Layered metallic acrylics (bronze, gold, patina, black) are applied over a dark brown spray paint base
- ◆A satin clear coat seals and unifies the faux metal finish
- ◆Project is tied to a high-profile commission involving Neil Patrick Harris
- ◆Part 1 of a multi-part series — focuses on paint finishing, not the full build
Who this is for
Prop builders and Halloween enthusiasts who want to achieve a realistic, elegantly aged faux metal finish on 3D-printed or foam props.
Tools mentioned
- • 1.5" brush
- • spray bottle
- • 1-2-3 blocks
Materials mentioned
- • dark brown spray paint
- • brushed bronze metallic acrylic paint
- • antique gold metallic acrylic paint
- • patina acrylic paint
- • black acrylic paint
- • satin clear coat spray paint
⚠ Safety notes
Use spray paint in a well-ventilated area; allow adequate dry time between coats.
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