Halloween prop restoration. Foam and latex prop Animatronic repair

[@jordanezell5132]

I like prop restorations, they’re fun, especially when FauxPapa does them! We love you, Allen!

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Thanks Jordan, I’ll see you on the next live.

[@jordanezell5132]

@@StiltbeastStudios Likewise

[@SamhainPropworks]

Always neat to see repairs like these, nice to see an old prop get a second chance at scaring! Thanks for sharing Stiltbeast!

[@StiltbeastStudios]

More to come!

[@feloniousbutterfly]

Incredible! I forgot about the shop towels........ Genius stuff. Thank you so much!

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Happy to help!

[@genesanford9412]

Patience is for those who can afford the time

[@StiltbeastStudios]

I cannot afford that for sure- prepare as opposed to wait!

[@genesanford9412]

@@StiltbeastStudios Your ability to make the most out of wut you got to work with ,including time , has ALWAYS been dam impressive Allen !

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Those are super kind words!

[@genesanford9412]

@@StiltbeastStudios 😌

[@603VIL]

First off...congrats on hitting 100k subscribers! Thanks for the multi-teared tutorial! Wow. Lots to take in here. Perhaps the most valuable lesson was the point talking about setting up your workspace before beginning. In general, this video packs a ton with lots of different techniques being covered. Well done as always and thank you 🙏

[@StiltbeastStudios]

I always appreciate your kind comments- thank you!

[@j.s.matlock1456]

You never cease to amaze me, old friend.

[@StiltbeastStudios]

thats the hope! hope we can catch ya again soon!

[@antoniomilone5472]

Allen, I hope I can repair some of my most favorite masks now!! Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@StiltbeastStudios]

You can do it!

[@johnc6228]

Congratulations on 100 thousand plus subs! Allen that was an Excellent lesson.Thank You

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Thanks a million! glad you enjoyed it!

[@GregoryHaynes]

Great how-to video on latex mask repair. Thanks for showing the techniques used.

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Thanks for watching! See ya at Monster day!

[@fredsheya2611]

The master at work. Thank you for this video it helps me a lot because I have a few props that are in not as bad condition but they are getting very fragile and flaking and dissolving LOL trying to figure out how to paint it and make it look good is going to be the hard part. Thanks again and congrats on the 100,000 subscribers.

[@StiltbeastStudios]

I hope it helps! Don’t let those props go!

[@jackiejames4551]

Congratulations on the 1k milestone! The finished mask looks great.

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Thank you so much!

[@CreatureFeature13]

Looks great!

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Thank you!

[@barbkeith2697]

Thank you for posting this on Chicago Haunt Builders! This was extremely helpful! ❤

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you for taking the time to comment!

[@129stacey]

Since last season I have searched repairs on KZbin and today this popped up (9-23) and your video is the most informative, creative and amazing video I have come across! I was making a shopping list as I watched. I believe in rebuilding and restoring and just this one video has added so much to my education. Thank you so very much!!

[@StiltbeastStudios]

thats so awesome! I so glad I could help your holiday in some small way.

[@kristing9154]

I've been watching you for a while now. I am fascinated with all you do. Thanks for sharing.

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Thanks for watching!

[@KerriGilpin]

I love blue shop towels for so many applications! They are versatile and strong!

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Definitely a shop staple!

[@genesanford9412]

Alan... bak for 2nd look... this guys cool as hell!

[@StiltbeastStudios]

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[@genesanford9412]

@@StiltbeastStudios thanks for a pic of wut the WHOLE guy looks like ...pretty cool

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Thank you!

[@munkustrap2]

That was fascinating. Loved watching the process from beginning to end.

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@CHAOTICREATIONS]

I am so glad that I found this channel. There is so much to learn and so much to gain about life and about artistry. This gives me something to binge on all year long I couldn't be more thrilled. What an incredible man and amazing amount of talent

[@genesanford9412]

Outstanding subject!. love these.... !!!!!👻

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Glad you like them!

[@2blazedinfl]

1 month later 125k subs i love the channel. you share a lifetime of technique, and make it entertaining

[@StiltbeastStudios]

I just like to make stuff, and the world needs more monsters!

[@lolocaust4967]

Congrats on 100K Allen! It's long overdue.

[@StiltbeastStudios]

thank you! its a milestone Im proud of!

[@MomApprovedHaunts]

Excellent restoration! A satifying new beginning for a badly damaged prop!

[@StiltbeastStudios]

it lives again!

[@lisaautolitano5517]

Love to watch you . Get so many halloween ideas and such from you

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Thanks so much 😊

[@fredsheya2611]

Finally got the ghillie suit and some other stuff to add to it to work with the mask that I had bought at Texas haunters convention from you guys. Got to make the costume match the high quality of the Mask. Thanks again

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Sweet!!! Go make stuff!

[@coreyelliott7969]

You're amazing, Alan. Love your techniques... have helped me fixed alot over the years....

[@StiltbeastStudios]

awesome, thanks for taking the time to comment, it means a lot!

[@davenacrelli8538]

Another fantastic video that is extremely helpful! Alan is the godfather of home haunters.

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@bethspiker7152]

Thank you for the info . Rebecca and I have a few old props in our collection that need some tlc. Have a great season

[@StiltbeastStudios]

YOU have a great season, I know your haunt has gone through a lot.

[@jameswarren423]

Truly masterful sir amazing work it was a pleasure watching what you do!Thank you for sharing.👍🏼🤩🙏🏼❤️

[@StiltbeastStudios]

What a kind comment! I appreciate your support!

[@jakeblood4186]

I wish I was this talented... nice work... gonna go make one now... or try

[@jessicakelly1418]

wow !!!

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Thanks!

[@bridget22868]

Now that was just freaking amazing to watch! Your brain just never stops does it. I love how you use just the most common materials to make stuff. It sure helps us haunters who are on a very low budget make some awesome looking stuff. Thanks for sharing your creativity with us sir!!! I did send the pics by email. I hope you got them. Happy Haunting!!

[@StiltbeastStudios]

there are times to spend the money on higher end supplies and there are times that home depot materials will do the same job!

[@johnlenoir1023]

Dang Skippy that was freaking amazing

[@StiltbeastStudios]

glad you liked it!

[@CeriGoff]

Congratulations on the subscriber mile stone. That was a wonderful watch and a brilliant rescue.

[@StiltbeastStudios]

No props left behind!!

[@Ibaneddie76]

Great job! If you use that GE silicone test it first it goes bad sometimes and will never hardened, I just haired a Creep Show Fluffy mask I made and had to remove all the hair and trash is because the GE silicone was bad.

[@stevevaughn2040]

Two things hit me, other than this being a great video. First, your shirt says Round Rock ,Tx. My step son moved there a couple months ago and started a handyman service, so if anyone looking.... When you pulled out a rotting latex puppet, I was making sandwiches so I think you said puppet, I thought of Team America. I was talking to the Chiodo brothers, Killer Klowns, you likely have run across them, with my friend who was one of the lead puppeteers in Team America. I asked about the puppets and thought the Chiodos might have them since my friend Didn't. I found out they are rotting away in a warehouse owned by whatever studio owned the production. Breaks my heart. The rot is why I am team silicone rubber

[@StiltbeastStudios]

YEah, but the fact that it will rot gives it more value while its here- Faberge eggs are only valuable because they are so easy to break. but yeah, it would be nice if they lasted forever.

[@stevevaughn2040]

@@StiltbeastStudios I wish they gave them to the artist. You have a point about value, the survivor puppets are special. I was told, not sure if true, that latex hates light and heat isn't the big killer. Axtel puppets come, last I checked a few years ago, in latex or silicone

[@StiltbeastStudios]

UV light is the worst thing for latex. That is 100% true.

[@ChristineARose]

"Things Are Fine" Infamous last words 😁

[@StiltbeastStudios]

an often spoken lie...

[@BLURB1]

Congrats on 100K!

[@StiltbeastStudios]

🎉

[@johnconnell1424]

Amazing workmanship love your videos 💀

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@geronimosrifle2913]

Congrats, boss!! 100 Gees!!! Yippeee!!!🎉🎉. You got Ol Dead Fred lookin' good just for the occasion too!!

[@StiltbeastStudios]

all spiffed up for his new premier!

[@geronimosrifle2913]

@@StiltbeastStudios stylin!!!🤙🤙

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Yep! Lol!

[@geronimosrifle2913]

@@StiltbeastStudios the weeks Youyube Wenesday would be a great time for three dog nightish throw back, aye??😁😁😊😊

[@StiltbeastStudios]

lol maybe...

[@yumann]

I was supposed to give a presentation on wednesday. Today is tuesday, I almost sht my pants.

[@StiltbeastStudios]

the first scare is free, the next one you pay for! Im just trying to get one out every week lol

[@kalenhouse]

Amazing restoration!

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@CatCo37]

Looks great! Congrats on 100k!

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Such kind words, thank you for your support!

[@Ribsandwich9797]

Any videos on prop damage prevention? Maybe water proofing of the foam latex parts?

[@ikecamacho3892]

Congrats Allen and team!!! Great tutorial.

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Bre_at_Fearproductions]

Congratulations on 100k how awesome!!!! I am so glad you did this video I have two pieces I’m about to start fixing!!!

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Glad I could help!

[@kaioken654]

That's some clever crafting

[@StiltbeastStudios]

fix all the things!

[@m.maclellan7147]

Congratulations on your amazing numbers ! Thanks for the reminder about shop towels & barge type cement. Have an upcoming piece yo do and was wondering what to use !

[@StiltbeastStudios]

yeah- go make stuff!

[@Stargazer69]

You're a genius, Allen!

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Very kind words. I’m not a genius, I’ve just made enough mistakes that I don’t make them anymore!

[@Stargazer69]

@@StiltbeastStudios Ah, you're just being modest. You definitely get my creative juices flowing. Lol

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Glad I can help in some small way.

[@darkhillseuropeanmountsLLC]

Such an amazing job well done sir

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Thank you kindly!

[@billlumberg5746]

Congrats Alan! You da man great stuff.

[@StiltbeastStudios]

I appreciate that! Thanks for watching!

[@innervision97]

You're a master of your craft 💀

[@StiltbeastStudios]

you are too kind!

[@MoMsLiKe2GaMe2]

All I can do is smile from ear to ear. I am still in awe that I finally found someone who does the same things as me and I'm not crazy. You are way more experienced than I, but I just found you, and I'm definitely sticking around! "Hoard your materials"! " Go make stuff!" 😂

[@StiltbeastStudios]

indeed! go make stuff! if you are ever in my hood swing by (plano TX)

[@freakshowfilmfestival3591]

They make you audition? Man. After my 3rd year I didn't have to. I was a STAR. lol

[@StiltbeastStudios]

No one makes me audition- but it is good to keep in sync with what the new people are going through.

[@lurchie]

I REALLY think you have a promising future in plastic surgery!!

[@StiltbeastStudios]

My first experiments will be in liposuction…

[@deoblo85]

that's awesome i def would have just pitched it thanks for sharing the repair HFL!!

[@StiltbeastStudios]

easy fix! you got this!

[@TheKiaiKid]

I m looking to transform a cheap animatronic using some techniques from this video. Thank You!!

[@StiltbeastStudios]

say cheap one more time lol.

[@NREnger]

Such great info & super helpful!!

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Cisco36691]

He looks as good as the day he was made! LOL!😊

[@StiltbeastStudios]

it was fun too!

[@AllGoodOutside]

This brought back some childhood memories from my collection of retired rental costumes and masks that I would get periodically from my local costume shop connection Friend who owned it. Watching these masks over the years no matter how I tried to preserve them would slowly crumble. it was like watching a pet or a family member slowly deteriorate from old age or illness. RIP (；′⌒`)🫳.,🎤🪦

[@GHILLIESARCADEANDMORE]

Cool

[@StiltbeastStudios]

nice

[@dharbyC0104]

Omg I love your work

[@StiltbeastStudios]

OMG I love your comments!

[@Matt-xz5mu]

Wish I lived near something like this.

[@StiltbeastStudios]

I bet you do, where are you located?

[@tech4172]

Man just found this channel browsing and I'm so fucking glad this shits so cool great job kiu

[@StiltbeastStudios]

so glad you found us, welcome!

[@tufaznail]

Great work!!!

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Thank you so much 😀

[@MasatoKay]

Love the repair video!

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Glad to hear it!

[@BlissfulDiamondblaze]

I had to restore a foam latex prosthetic last season to be turned into a mask and I wish I had seen your restoration videos beforehand 😅 (the restoration was successful, but my paint job could have been better. I'll probably redo the paint job this season)

[@StiltbeastStudios]

I feel I am a weak painter but I also feel I am getting better every year.

[@ruthdunn8620]

You are freakin Awesome!!!!!

[@StiltbeastStudios]

you are fricken awesome!

[@buzzsah]

nice repair, looks good

[@StiltbeastStudios]

nice comment, feel good

[@jfmemorabiliahunt1163]

Hi I got a Splinter prop mask I want to restore going to use your Method what sealer should I use on foam latex

[@robotrix]

There's another YT show called "Good Bad Or Bad Bad" that needs your help. They own the Refrigerator Chicken from "Rock And Roll Nightmare" and it's in rough shape. They show it on camera in their next to last video asking if anyone can tell them what to do.

[@StiltbeastStudios]

If you reach out to them, feel free to send them my way and I would be happy to help.

[@HollywoodColt]

What's the best way to prevent latex rot?

[@JC-ew5ss]

Congratulations for over 100 thousand subs! Halloween is coming up and I am finding I am not as excited about it as I have been for 60 years. I have been doing Pro haunts for half my life (I think we meet once at a party in Vegas Transworld). Now I just do animatronic shooting galleries for Halloween parties as a side gig just for "fun". But this year I am tired, lots of back pain and not feeling the carefree abandonment to spend the money and effort on making new items. How do you keep your focus and enthusiasm? Maybe you just love it more than I do in the end. The silly thing was last year was one of my best (shooting gallery) ever but I spent way too much money and hurt my back (in bed for two days).

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Thank you for the kind words. I hope you mend quickly! Making props and masks and doing haunted house stuff is more of a calling for me. It’s not that I ever really get excited about it, it’s just what I do. Mountains don’t get excited because they’re made of rock, it’s just what they’re made of. Maybe take a year off and see if you miss it?

[@HilltopZombieShop]

Very nice work

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Very nice comment!

[@RandyBrown162]

Great Tutorial! What is contact cement made of? is it latex based? how does it do with UV?

[@StiltbeastStudios]

it does slightly better than latex in uv- not entirely sure whats in it since the dont have to disclose.

[@RandyBrown162]

@@StiltbeastStudios thanks!

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Happy to help!

[@matrixmom31]

Thanks so much for all the helpful hints. The mask came out perfect! Question: Is casting latex same as the liquid latex from a halloween store? I need to change the color on latex mask, but just a home haunter here ....not a big haunt

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Liquid latex is much thinner and doesn’t have as much ammonia in it. Casting latex is thicker and what we make masks out of. It is the same stuff but liquid latex has a lot more water.

[@nikkiwaller6372]

Where are you located? I have a wolf that needs fixed!

[@josephwright2270]

I'm working on a self made "Bebop" bust from Tmnt . (He was supposed to look like he was just in battle) My coagulated blood I applied to his mouth is beginning to flake and peel off.. (this is a mix of stage blood and Elmer's glue) any tips or products You can suggest that would be a better alternative?

[@StiltbeastStudios]

tint clear silicone caulk, that works well for me.

[@liltink8869]

QUESTION: If you were to paint the shop towels first and let them dry would the contact cement still work?

[@StiltbeastStudios]

I guess it would but the contact cement is going to discolor your original paint. So your new paint would have to match the discolored paint as opposed to the original color. I don't see why you would not want to paint it all as one piece.

[@nohandle227]

@6:40 It's not hoarding if it's all good stuff ;)

[@StiltbeastStudios]

so true.

[@Carusone_Daniel]

Your amazing Alan thank you for making this video. It’s really cool to see you at work fixing things and make them look better than they did before. Your one hell of an artist. One quick question for you, I collect masks and I keep them covered in plastic and out of the sun. Is regular armor all a good product to use to protect my masks? I know one day they will rot away unfortunately, but I want to slow down the process. Again thank you, your an inspiration 🤘🏻💀🤘🏻👍❤️

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Im not a long term collector I am a haunter who uses masks till they die. I use armorall and I feel it helps keep the masks fresh. cleaning and away from UV is the biggest deal.

[@Carusone_Daniel]

@@StiltbeastStudios thanks Alan , I really appreciate your feedback. Your the Beast!!👍

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Happy to help!

[@MeatSim9]

I was wondering what causes latex rot. I found one of those classic Horse Head masks, but the mouth hole was just really falling apart. I assumed it had something to do with moisture from the previous wearer.

[@StiltbeastStudios]

its a natural material like wood or leather, so moisture, oil and salt all take a toll, actors produce all 3- UV light is also a huge detriment.

[@amymiler7063]

❤ Is there anything to condition or treat latex mask to help preserve them to last longer and what is recommended to clean the inside after someone has sweat in it?

[@StiltbeastStudios]

I use armorall when I store my masks long term for the off season- I also pwipe the inside with an antibacterial wipe after an actor has worn it,.

[@Hugojosecor]

Using cellulose fibers is genius,

[@StiltbeastStudios]

They are a shop staple.

[@lauradolan4141]

Hey Allen thanks for the reply about making bones! Great help. Do you have any plans on doing a pool noodle archway? Like a roots/tree kind of look or anything! My 5 year old daughter is your biggest fan here in uk. She always ask for "the halloween mans video's"😂

[@StiltbeastStudios]

What is your daughter’s name so I can give her a shout out on my archway video? I do have one coming up in either late September or early October.

[@lauradolan4141]

Oh that's great. I'll have the pool noodles at the ready! She's called Talliah ( pronounced Tally-a) I can't wait to see her face when you do. Thankyou!

[@tkguess]

question? Doesn't latex inhibit silicone from curing? how does it cure when the paint even has latex in it?

[@StiltbeastStudios]

latex inhibits platinum silicone from curing- tin based silicone is fine with it being present. all caulking tube silicone is tin cure silicone.

[@jacobmckenna8282]

I always wanted to learn

[@StiltbeastStudios]

so much work, but sooo worth it.

[@MasatoKay]

Will the paint help with keeing the laytex from rotting in UV?

[@StiltbeastStudios]

depends on the paint- UV resistant polyurethane will for sure.

[@EGSCARY]

You are truly the professor! Every video you make, I learn something new. Thank you so much for your content! I have an original Distortions electric chair. He has to be close to 30 years old. The man's body is deteriorating rapidly. It needs to be repaired. It's made out of that really thick foam, with latex paint? over it and it's just rotting rotting rotting. Cutting chunks out of it, I don't believe is an option. Is there anything you'd recommend that I can spray on there to stop the rot? Or do you think your contact cement on Blue shop towels could work. It seems like it would be tedious to rip and blend it into the entire upper torso. Also I don't paint even half as good as you do. Any suggestions would be appreciated. I'm going to Reynolds material tomorrow to see if they have any options. Thank you for being one if the best parts of this industry!

[@StiltbeastStudios]

the paper towel and contact cement will help- its worth restoring and the time it would take- do you intent to use it still?

[@EGSCARY]

@StiltbeastStudios Yes, I totally use it every year. I restored all of the electronics, and I have it set on a timer, so I do electric chair shows every 30 minutes in my display on my front lawn. I bought uv-protective spray that is supposed to be good for latex. Although I have not applied it yet. For the most part, he's in the shade when he's outside. It's outside about a month and a half every year. This has an electric motor, not the pneumatics, but it does get jerked pretty hard when he activates. The total show run time is 30 seconds shakes violently for about 20 seconds.

[@StiltbeastStudios]

On the cracked exposed foam areas: Take E6000 glue and thin that with mineral spirts. You can paint it on, it’s clear and it will soak in and stabilize the foam as well as making a skin on top. On the neck area which gets the most motion, I would do paper towels and latex- like 3 layers- because that area gets a lot of movement and don’t’ be stingy with the latex. It’s a little stretchier than contact cement so I would use that in the neck area.

[@EGSCARY]

@@StiltbeastStudios Thank you! I went to Reynolds Advanced the other day. They had some solutions, but I trust your advice over their's.

[@Floki1313]

So blue shop towels will help fix a mask? I have a kinda old one that it's like the mask is melting.. I don't know what happened to it and it was one of my favorite mask. If the shop towels help fix it then I could redo the mask

[@StiltbeastStudios]

You’ve got the right idea! Go make stuff!

[@Floki1313]

@@StiltbeastStudios so it will help fix it? It an evil clown with one side looks like he was in a fire.

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Yes, you have to cut out the sticky parts because that will rot but it is the same process you saw me do. For masks, because they’re hollow, I will often tape them together in the back so they hold their shape and then I will do the contact cement with paper towels in the front as my patch.

[@Floki1313]

@@StiltbeastStudios Alright thank you. I hope it turns out good. Don't know if I want to leave it how it is or make it be a mask for my movie.

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Good Luck, hope it helps!

[@kayfish7621]

Yo, Mista Hopps! I've been watching for a few years now, and I'm beginning to think premature death by consuming mass quantities of sweet tea, and colas is a foregone conclusion. It's not too late to change your health ruining habits. A world without THEE Number one Stiltbeast Maker is going to be a dull world indeed. Go make changes!

[@StiltbeastStudios]

I dont drink and sugar actually- no tea- just coke zero - my doc says thats fine- and Im down 7lbs since my last visit!

[@tylerdelaire8892]

I need a real scarecrow mask from batman begins

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Yes! you should make one!

[@erikbrandt6602]

That mask he's using for parts looks like a poor knock off of an Attack on Titan mask. LOL

[@StiltbeastStudios]

its just a skull, I think its a knock off of a CFX silicone mask to be honest.

[@geoffhorvath3261]

Can I come work for you?

[@StiltbeastStudios]

come on! darkhourhauntedhouse.com/employment/

[@slayer666ere]

🤘❤️🤘

[@StiltbeastStudios]

Thanks! This was fun to do- I appreciate you tuning in to the channel!

[@jasondecristoforo4882]

I have a spirit halloween half torso guy hanging from a noose. He needs repaired badly. What would you charge? It would be face and arms.

[@StiltbeastStudios]

I just taught you how to do it ! you do it. My fee would definitely be more than a spirit Halloween prop is valued at, is it really sentimental? Im more utilitarian that restoritive as fas as these go.