The Screening Room

The Halloween Video Library

A curated, searchable archive of the dark craft — DIY props and animatronics, home-haunt walkthroughs, makeup, lighting, fog, and effects. Every film embedded from its creator, organized so you can actually find what you need.

Halloween PVC Fences Don’t Have to be BORING!

This tutorial from VanOaksProps demonstrates how 3D modeling and printing can transform plain PVC haunt fences and gates into convincing, detailed props. The creator walks through the design process using 3D modeling software to craft custom decorative elements inspired by classic haunted mansion aesthetics. A ready-made 3D model is also available for purchase on Etsy for those who want to skip straight to printing. The approach is presented as accessible enough for haunters who haven't previously considered 3D modeling as part of their prop-building toolkit.

VanOaksProps· 8,115 views

Motor Driven Halloween Swaying Zombie Prop PVC Kit

1:06

DIY AnimatronicsBeginner

Motor Driven Halloween Swaying Zombie Prop PVC Kit

FrightProps showcases a motor-driven animated zombie prop built on a PVC frame that produces a realistic swaying motion. The kit is available in two configurations — a basic kit and a complete kit — giving builders flexibility based on their budget and existing parts. This short video serves as a product demonstration for the mechanism in action.

FrightProps· 10,036 views

Five Nights At Freddy's Foxy Halloween Prop Build Part 1: The Endoskeleton

5:09

DIY PropsIntermediate

Five Nights At Freddy's Foxy Halloween Prop Build Part 1: The Endoskeleton

This is Part 1 of Haunt Former's 2015 Foxy the Pirate Fox Halloween prop build, inspired by the popular horror video game Five Nights at Freddy's. The episode focuses on constructing the internal endoskeleton framework of the character using PVC. It is the first installment in a multi-part series documenting the full Foxy prop from the ground up. The build was created as a thank-you to the channel's community upon reaching 1,000 subscribers.

Haunt Former· 12,318 views

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DIY PropsBeginner$1–$10

PVC Candle Prop

This short tutorial from Hauntcast features prop builder Chris Baker demonstrating how to construct a candle prop from PVC for use in a Halloween haunt. At just two minutes, the build is clearly accessible to beginners looking for a quick, low-cost atmospheric addition. PVC candle props are a classic set-dressing staple that can add gothic or Victorian ambiance to any haunt environment.

Hauntcast· 15,406 views