Video Tag
Every video tagged “great stuff” in the library — a focused slice of the Halloween archive.
4 videos
StiltbeastStudios kicks off a multi-part series exploring Great Stuff expanding foam, a go-to material in haunted attraction building. This installment focuses on the properties and characteristics of the foam before moving into hands-on project applications in future episodes. It serves as an accessible introduction for builders who want to understand the material before committing it to a prop or set piece.
VanOaksProps tackles one of the most common prop-making questions by putting four popular adhesives head-to-head in a practical foam bonding test. The contenders — white Gorilla Glue, Great Stuff expanding foam, Liquid Nails project adhesive, and Titebond 3 wood glue — are evaluated to determine which performs best on foam materials. The results aim to give crafters a definitive answer before they commit to an adhesive for their next build.
VanOaksProps tackles one of the most frequently asked questions in Halloween prop-making: what adhesive works best for foam? The video compares several community-recommended products before landing on White Gorilla Glue and Great Stuff expanding foam as the top picks for their price point and wide availability. Alongside the product recommendations, the creator shares practical application tricks to get the strongest, cleanest bond possible.
This short clip demonstrates how to shape cured Great Stuff spray foam using a rasp, a low-cost hand tool that makes rough foam carving accessible to beginners. The technique shown is a foundational skill for DIY Halloween prop builders looking to create organic, textured surfaces. Despite its brief runtime, it delivers a focused, practical tip that can be applied immediately to home haunt and yard haunt projects.
