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Industrial

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

61 videos

DIY Steampunk Hat

Costume TutorialsBeginner$10–$30

DIY Steampunk Hat

This beginner-friendly tutorial from Madeyewlook walks viewers through transforming a basic fuzzy top hat into a steampunk prop using everyday craft supplies. Techniques include tea-staining for an aged look, acrylic paint layering for a weathered metallic finish, and attaching decorative gears and chains. Most materials are sourced from craft stores, making this an accessible and affordable Halloween costume build. It marks the channel's first-ever DIY costume tutorial.

Madeyewlook· 306,610 views

EASY mold making and casting with ALUMINUM powder!

DIY PropsBeginner$30–$80

EASY mold making and casting with ALUMINUM powder!

VanOaksProps walks through the complete workflow for duplicating prop parts using a tin-cure silicone mold and cast resin, then finishing the casts to resemble brushed aluminum. The technique — known as cold casting — uses aluminum powder mixed into or applied over resin, with steel wool buffing to bring out a convincing metallic sheen. It's a practical solution for haunters who need multiple identical parts without hand-building each one. The tutorial is kept approachable and concise, making it accessible even for first-time mold makers.

VanOaksProps· 86,535 views

Make ANYTHING look like metal!

DIY PropsBeginner$10–$30

Make ANYTHING look like metal!

VanOaksProps demonstrates a quick two-step faux metal technique that transforms everyday materials — cardboard, plastic, wood, or virtually anything else — into convincing metal-looking props. The process relies on shellac and graphite powder, applied and buffed to create a realistic metallic sheen. At just six minutes, the tutorial is concise and immediately actionable for prop builders at any skill level. Credit is given to Vaughan Baker for originating the technique.

VanOaksProps· 73,129 views

Quick Demo of Pneumatic Vibrator

Quick Demo of Pneumatic Vibrator

FrightProps offers a quick demonstration of a pneumatic vibrator unit designed to add shake and rumble effects to Halloween props and environments. The device is well-suited for vibrating floors, elevator simulation props, and barrel gags. It provides a compact, air-powered solution for creating convincing motion illusions in haunted attractions.

FrightProps· 44,785 views

Making foam barrels

DIY PropsIntermediate

Making foam barrels

Stiltbeast Studios walks through the process of constructing realistic-looking barrel props out of foam, a staple set-dressing piece for haunts, escape rooms, and Halloween displays. The video covers shaping and detailing foam to convincingly replicate the look of wooden barrels. At roughly 20 minutes, it offers a thorough look at the fabrication workflow from start to finish.

StiltbeastStudios· 28,596 views

TNT Miner Crate

TNT Miner Crate

This short promotional video from Poison Props showcases their TNT Miner Crate, a themed Halloween prop available for purchase through their website. The piece appears to be a ready-made, mine-themed crate designed around a TNT aesthetic. With minimal runtime, the video functions primarily as a product spotlight directing viewers to the Poison Props online store.

POISON PROPS· 28,408 views

Exploding Fuse Box with Sparks

Exploding Fuse Box with Sparks

FrightProps showcases their Exploding Fuse Box prop, a wall-mounted electrical panel that appears ordinary until triggered — at which point it bursts open and its fuses erupt in sparks and pops. The effect is powered by the brand's proprietary FLASH! cracker technology and runs on both air and electricity. The short clip highlights how convincingly the prop mimics a real electrical malfunction for maximum scare impact.

FrightProps· 27,425 views

DIY Rust Finish with Salt - SUPER Easy!

DIY PropsBeginnerunder $20

DIY Rust Finish with Salt - SUPER Easy!

VanOaksProps demonstrates a quick and accessible faux rust technique using common household salt, water, and metallic spray paint. This is the second rust tutorial from the channel, offering an alternate approach to achieving a convincing aged-metal look on prop hardware. The method is designed to look realistic even at close range, making it well-suited for detailed Halloween props and haunted house set pieces.

VanOaksProps· 21,553 views

Explosion Simulation

DIY AnimatronicsIntermediate

Explosion Simulation

Jake Farmer of Stiltbeast Studios walks through building a convincing explosion simulation effect for haunted attractions using electronic components anchored by a Boo Box Flex controller from FrightProps. The build demonstrates how a dedicated prop controller can orchestrate multiple elements to sell a high-impact, high-tech scare. The video highlights the versatility of FrightProps controllers for sequencing complex haunt effects. Jake hints that more FrightProps controller tutorials are planned for future episodes.

StiltbeastStudios· 20,605 views

Making interesting set pieces out of cardboard boxes, turn them into crates.

DIY PropsBeginnerlow / near-zero (repurposed cardboard)

Making interesting set pieces out of cardboard boxes, turn them into crates.

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios demonstrates how to transform ordinary cardboard boxes into convincing wooden crates for haunted house set dressing. The tutorial focuses on budget-friendly fabrication techniques that can add professional-looking detail to any haunt environment. At roughly 16 minutes, it offers an accessible entry point for builders who want impactful scenery without significant material costs.

StiltbeastStudios· 20,227 views

Maniacal Mechanic

Maniacal Mechanic

Poison Props showcases their Maniacal Mechanic animatronic prop, a grease-covered mechanic character wielding a massive wrench. The prop features a chain-clanging action against a steel drum, producing an intense, loud scare effect. It appears to be a product showcase/advertisement for the prop available on their website.

POISON PROPS· 19,566 views

Small Exploding Fuse Box - Halloween Prop

Small Exploding Fuse Box - Halloween Prop

FrightProps showcases their Exploding Fuse Box Halloween prop in a steady, no-frills demonstration video. The prop simulates a dramatic electrical explosion effect and requires both a power source and compressed air to operate. It is fully programmable, allowing haunters to customize timing and sequencing to fit their scenes.

FrightProps· 19,232 views

props that spark

DIY PropsIntermediate

props that spark

Stiltbeast Studios breaks down how to create sparking actor hand props for use in haunted attractions, focusing on the key technique that makes a prop reliably generate dramatic spark effects. The video uses a decorative shovel as the example build, demonstrating how a relatively simple prop can be transformed into a high-impact scare tool. The result is a crowd-pleasing visual effect that adds serious wow factor on the haunt floor.

StiltbeastStudios· 18,631 views

Live Wire - Sparking Electrical Wire Halloween Prop

Live Wire - Sparking Electrical Wire Halloween Prop

FrightProps showcases their Live Wire prop, an overhead electrical wire that whips and thrashes while emitting realistic spark effects and loud crackling sounds. The prop is well suited to industrial or abandoned warehouse haunt environments, adding a dynamic electrical-hazard atmosphere. Prospective buyers should note the actual wire length is shorter than what is demonstrated in the video footage.

FrightProps· 17,842 views

steampunk gages.wmv

DIY PropsBeginnerlow / budget-friendly

steampunk gages.wmv

Stiltbeast Studios demonstrates how to create convincing steampunk-style gauges on a tight budget, suitable for both wearable costumes and set dressing. The tutorial is aimed at makers who want to add industrial steampunk detail without a large spend. At roughly 18 minutes, there is ample time to walk through the construction process step by step. The techniques shown appear adaptable to a range of Halloween builds beyond the steampunk genre.

StiltbeastStudios· 16,826 views

Attack Mech: Pneumatic Automated Props

Attack Mech: Pneumatic Automated Props

FrightProps showcases their all-steel Attack Mech, a pneumatic mechanism designed to launch props rapidly upward and outward for startling scare effects. The unit is built for versatility, compatible with a range of character props including spiders, attack dogs, and zombies. At just one minute, the video serves as a quick product demonstration highlighting the mech's aggressive motion profile.

FrightProps· 11,989 views

Burn Electrocution Twitcher Halloween Animatronic by Poison Props

Burn Electrocution Twitcher Halloween Animatronic by Poison Props

This video showcases the Burn Electrocution Twitcher, an animatronic Halloween prop from Poison Props. The prop appears to depict a burn or electrocution victim with twitching movement effects designed for haunted house or professional haunt use. Minimal descriptive metadata was provided, so details are based on the product title and manufacturer alone.

POISON PROPS· 11,639 views

Exploding Fuse Box - Halloween Prop

Exploding Fuse Box - Halloween Prop

FrightProps showcases their Giant Exploding Fuse Box, a wall-mounted Halloween animatronic that mimics a standard breaker panel until it dramatically activates. When triggered, the door bursts open and oversized internal fuses detonate with a loud bang, delivering a powerful jump scare. The prop also features a built-in strobe light and a rotating alarm light to amplify the chaos of the effect.

FrightProps· 11,615 views

Hopping Drum, moving drum that smokes and hops

Hopping Drum, moving drum that smokes and hops

FrightProps showcases a steel 55-gallon drum prop that hops up and down and produces smoke when activated, making it a versatile scare piece for haunted attractions. The drum's hollow interior can be customized — disguised as a trash can for an unexpected jump scare, or loaded with candy and a false bottom for a trick-or-treat surprise. Its industrial appearance allows it to blend naturally into a wide range of haunt themes. The video highlights several creative deployment ideas to maximize guest interaction and shock value.

FrightProps· 11,516 views

The Nasty Blaster - Portable Air Horn

The Nasty Blaster - Portable Air Horn

The Nasty Blaster is a handheld actor prop from FrightProps designed for haunted house performers. It combines a battery-powered compressor and air storage tank to deliver an exceptionally loud blast, paired with a bright built-in light to disorient guests. The short video showcases the prop in action, highlighting its impact as a close-quarters scare tool.

FrightProps· 10,563 views

Air Horn, halloween horn prop, air compressor horn

Air Horn, halloween horn prop, air compressor horn

FrightProps showcases their Psycho Blaster air horn prop, a pneumatic scare device designed to deliver an extremely loud shrieking horn blast. The unit pairs with an air compressor and includes a built-in controller that lets operators dial in both the duration and frequency of the horn bursts. Its adjustable settings make it versatile for haunt timing, and the intense audio shock is intended as a reliable crowd-stopper.

FrightProps· 10,370 views

Fake Rust with Sawdust

DIY PropsBeginner$10–$30

Fake Rust with Sawdust

VanOaksProps explores a creative low-cost rust finish by applying sawdust as a texture medium over 3D-printed mine cart wheels made for a real haunted attraction. The technique layers a brush-on epoxy to bind the sawdust, followed by multiple acrylic paint colors to mimic oxidized metal convincingly. The result is a gritty, organic-looking rust effect achievable with readily available craft supplies. This crossover project between a home prop builder and a professional haunt offers practical, real-world validation of the method.

VanOaksProps· 10,198 views

Toxic Barrel Blaster

Toxic Barrel Blaster

This video showcases the Toxic Barrel Blaster, a commercial haunt prop from Poison Props. The prop appears to be a barrel-themed air blaster designed to startle guests in haunted attractions or home haunt setups. Based on the available metadata, this is primarily a product showcase with a direct purchase link to the Poison Props website.

POISON PROPS· 10,002 views

LET'S BUILD - Episode 1: Hopping Drum Halloween Prop!

DIY AnimatronicsIntermediate

LET'S BUILD - Episode 1: Hopping Drum Halloween Prop!

FrightProps kicks off their 'Let's Build' series with a step-by-step guide to assembling a pneumatic Hopping Drum Halloween prop. The kit is designed to work with a variety of containers including 55-gallon drums, crates, and coffins, making it highly versatile for different haunt themes. The finished prop requires an air compressor to operate and delivers a dynamic, startling effect for guests.

FrightProps· 9,754 views