Star Wars DIY Props | Tatooine Walls

This week we are working on various Star Wars Room Ideas using XPS insulation foam to create Tattoine inspired walls with Greeblie Details!
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[@theoneleggedraven1940]

The Smuggler's Room is a pathway to many abilities some consider to be... unnatural. Love you guys and the KZbin gold you create; may the Force be with you!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you so very much!

[@kaelyncoppinger1373]

🤯 Epic. Absolutely epic! Looks like you stole it straight from a Star Wars set! I can’t wait to see what it’s for! Also, thank you for introducing me to the texture paste! It really adds another layer that’s subtle but so impactful.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you very much! So glad it was helpful!

[@perello23]

Another fantastic build my friend!!!👏👏👏👏👏🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌‼️‼️😉👍

[@MathieuStern]

amazing result

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you!!!

[@davebuts1921]

Your project always amazes me with such thinking and insight.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Very much appreciate the kind words!

[@CGRTist]

Great work on this prop and great idea with the magnets! You make it look so easy!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you my friend

[@garypruett269]

Great job.!! moisture vaporators and Tatooine were my favorite things of Star Wars!! 🤘

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

I love those too! So great!

[@frankenmonkey87]

came out great Brian!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank ya!

[@blackmarketoutpost]

I really need this lesson thanks for everything you do for the maker community!!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Hey buddy! Thank you so much Dennis!

[@XanBos]

This would be a great way to dress up any desk base! Sweet idea! The addition of the rust look was really a good choice! It’s the first ever “rusting” I’ve seen that looked authentic! Great job!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you! I think it would be great on a desk base as well, hope we see you make one!!!

[@XanBos]

@@TheSmugglersRoom once I get my art studio done, who knows what I may do! I’m feelin the need to make something……outta nothin!

[@davidking6172]

Thanks Brian gives me inspiration every episode 🙌 🙏 ❤️

[@DHGamerMR]

Looking good sir! Another great project there, and I can't wait to see how it fits into the greater room build.

[@robbijohnson4614]

You folks do some amazing stuff I just got through watching the air lock build and all I can say is - WOW AWESOME 🤘

[@jeanmalo7173]

Really cool...thanks for sharing and stay safe!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

You bet! Thank yiu

[@bobp5356]

Your stuff is absolutely beautiful. You are a master of weathering and creating awesome textures. I hope to use some of your techniques one of these days. Thanks

[@hanger6740]

Absolutely love it. I really need to get back into building stuff again. Awesome thank you

[@nmcg938]

Always love these types of episodes. Great job and thank you for the ideas 🙂

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

You are so welcome!

[@Koality_Maker31]

Yes! Just what I needed

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

So glad to hear it! Thank you!

[@alexhetherington8028]

If I was making a star wars show I would absolutely hire you to help build the sets. I love your style and technique.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Wow, thanks!

[@alexhetherington8028]

@@TheSmugglersRoom what are the clips called that you use to wire up the wires In this video

[@kiwimanMAKMCSWF]

Very cool, and great tutorial 👍🏼

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you!

[@bronsonleiro]

first vid. love it love you love the work. thank you

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you!

[@southerndime333]

Nice build champ

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

LOL!

[@ReconFigures]

This is EXCELLENT. I've been wanting to make a "Docking Bay 94" sign out of foam for my living room, and was wondering what was the best way to simulate that sandy rock texture. Very helpful! Thanks!

[@andrewb9590]

Love your videos! They are so well done and a pleasure to watch. (My $0.02 - a wire brush is also a great foam carving tool.)

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you so much! And thanks for the tip, that's a great idea!

[@nathanwood5977]

nice build!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you

[@3066red]

Most Impressive

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you!

[@twistydogcreations683]

Amazing as always. Can't wait to see the finished build. Can I suggest hitting the blaster holes with some spray paint. Yes, I know it will melt the foam however in light coats it makes awesome effects. The etching/burning look should add a lot of depth to the scaring in the rock.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Great suggestion! Thank you much!

[@thedarkknight803able]

This is Awesome. I Enjoy this video.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@deannaatkinson3004]

Texture paste? I really need this for a project! 10 minutes ago I didn’t know I needed it though. Another reason for me to go to my local hobby store.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

It’s amazing stuff!!

[@robertkrysl9965]

Hey Brian! What color tan have you been using? Love the way it looks with the sand.

[@crcm2001]

Sua criatividade é assombrosa... Parabéns

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you !

[@lr5612]

😍 ooh is this gonna be in/leading up to the cantina? Looks epic

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Not the cantina, but still really exciting

[@lr5612]

@@TheSmugglersRoom can't wait 😁

[@goatelope7539]

Phenomenal

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you

[@ericsweetman9973]

Another really beautiful build! I was wondering, though, about the process of the North Carolina SW inspire ship build. Are there any updates coming for that project?

[@plotchmis]

idea: take one of the thermal detonator coke bottles from galaxy’s edge and “starwarsify” it

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

but they are already pretty "starwarsy" LOL

[@plotchmis]

@@TheSmugglersRoom i just thought it would be cool to make it look “screen accurate” in a sense

[@joelemire4508]

What white do you use? I’ve been wanting to start some projects and the base color you choose always looks so good for an off white.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

This was just a random cream color latex that I had mixed at the big box store, I’m not even sure what it was called. Sorry.

[@props88]

Brian you never disappoint! I especially love the technique you used for the blaster mark! As usual, amazing work!!! Thanks for sharing!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you very much!

[@zackmassey8258]

How many times did you grind your teeth and get goosebumps while working with all that foam? Lol, I do every time. I have to wear earplugs every time I cut it, it's worse than a fork scratching a plate! Quick tip, I make alot of faux rock (not star wars style) for customers. I use a grinder with a heavy grit sanding flapper wheel to make VERY fast work of it. It works good on wood and mdf also. Just a tip! Keep it up brother!

[@zackmassey8258]

Almost forgot another tip!, when I have a spray can tips get slightly clogged, I don't clean them or throw them away. I save them for when I need to paint a bunch of little dots on a project. It just saves so much time, I don't have to flick the paint, nor do I have to go through the painstaking process of using a small brush to do it. Don't know if that helps with what you do. Works like a charm for me when I paint faux rock. Thanks! Cheers! Drink a Fat Bantha for me!!

[@luvz2reed]

You speak the Star Wars form language fluently.

[@RebelBaseBuilds]

So great, love watching you use different materials! Excited for this project bro!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thanks so much buddy!

[@JasonJensenTrains]

Another awesome project! Can’t wait to see what’s next for this. Thank you so much for all you and your wife do! I appreciate it! 👍

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Our pleasure! Thank you Jason!

[@AD-lq2ct]

Where can I get a good price on foam board? My "big box" hardware store sells them for $47 a panel! Any cheaper suggestions?

[@bradboyd4881]

Brian, awesome build! I was wondering what color of paint you used to paint the rocks. Thank you!

[@DoktorHalloween]

I could have easily "hung out" with you for much longer. If you haven't already tried, you can spritz acetone on the foam for a different effect.

[@nbolin2879]

Another innocent crafter drawn to the dark side of @billmakingstuff crustard and rust effects. Lol thanks for sharing!

[@trytofinishsomething]

Loved this! Two questions ... One: loved the magnet idea and use, but what made you decide to not permanently attach it? Two: What's wrong with a little rust?!?!?!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Lol, nothing wrong with rust at all bud. Just wasn’t sure if it worked. Tatooine is a desert, so not a lot of moisture to produce rust you know? I decided to use magnets so that it’s easier to move. Also, the area inside the cabinet will be where all the electronics, amplifier, and other internals will be stored. So I wanted an easy way to access it. You’ll see 😉

[@g.e-psimmons9175]

Do you think you could make a bd-1 droid?

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

that little guys is 100% on our list. Just need to make time for that one. Love that droid!

[@g.e-psimmons9175]

@@TheSmugglersRoom I can't wait to see what you make next.

[@charlymacias5369]

Man, this could be top tier ILM stuff.

[@LionTree]

Do you use anything to harden the outer foam? Any suggestions on what one could use to keep it longer. Thx for the great content!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

I have used a sealer from time to time, You can also use mod podge. If you use the Matte finish, it will dry clear and create a protective shell. That really helps.

[@WhiteysWickedWorkshop]

You lied to me!!!!! Ok maybe you just laughed when I was asking if it was a 4 barrel carburetor! LOL But anyways you gave me the chalkboard effect when you were cutting the insulation. :) Squeek Squeek! Great build looks great. Did the sand texture toughen up the paint at all?

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

I didn’t lie, I said maybe cause I seriously have no idea. Motor parts are not something I know. Sand texture held up perfectly.

[@WhiteysWickedWorkshop]

@@TheSmugglersRoom lol

[@SouthernStyleDIY]

This looks so awesome! Love the LEDs and blaster hit mark too

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you

[@ekij133]

Don't beat Neodymium magnets (05:44)! They are very brittle and split easily even if you don't them do so because of the shiny coating. Treat them gently. That rust at (10:00) looks fantastic. I spy a Wago connector (10:15), so much better than wire nuts. How many batteries do you have embedded in projects around the room? Would you not want to wire them all back to a central mains powered switch so you can turn them all on and off at once (like a room light) and don't have to keep replacing batteries? I have loads of the little USB wall-warts for a simple, cheap 5V supply.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Don't worry, I only beat the magnets enough to bend them to my will!!! The rust turned out ok, I need to work on my technique a bit more. Thank you though. I am not using batteries for the entire room. All of the props are eventually hard wired to a central power supply that I will be controlling once everything is done. The battery here is simply for demoing this part of the project. The overall project you got a glimpse of today is part of a much bigger project that will have a lot more wiring and electronics all eventually hard wired ;)

[@johnswanger8474]

I'm still in the process of trying to determine how to make starship computer consoles without using laser etching or expensive Arduino and multiple LED / LCD screens setups. The idea is to make a functional practical prop storage cabinet to house game consoles, PC printer and game accessories in what would appear to be a Star Destroyer bridge terminal complete with a few LED lit prop screens and an overhead primary display monitor for actually gaming on.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Hey John, have you explored using Styrene? Maybe with an MDF or Plywood base below? Styrene cuts very easily with simple tools, and you can layer the cuts to build up the look. Styrene is also fairly inexpensive and you can get it in multiple thicknesses. Maybe we can do a control panel build here shortly with Styrene to show how it could be done.

[@dougcochran8525]

brother, this is incredible. i've stalked you for a year solid, but was only just and right to subscribe and give you your "props." see what I did there?

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Welcome aboard! Thank you so much!

[@padoco73]

Bonus tip: Using automotive primer on PLA yields a texture similar to that of the texture paste, but slightly less jagged.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

ooooh, that sounds interesting. thanks for the tip!

[@gammelldylan77]

How did you attach the foam to the outside? Glue, screws?

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

We used magnets. At minute 6:13 you can see how we did it.

[@diamondplate]

Brian, can you link the quick connect wire fasteners used in the vid? /salute

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

you bet! amzn.to/3BVE01l

[@brokentuskgarage]

To the home store I go to get insulation!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Whooohooo!!!!

[@tleander40]

Brian Thompson. . . . . . . you're my hero!!!!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Lol, why thank you

[@DockingBay327Build]

Love the stone texture! Love the blaster mark!! Love the greeblies!!! Love it all!!!!

[@samantony7039]

As always brilliant tutorial! I love it!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@andrewwarman954]

What's up with the Philip's screws? I know your not a fan of using them. Still a fantastic build. Can always replace them later on.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

There isn’t a single Philip screw showing

[@andrewwarman954]

@@TheSmugglersRoom Nice. I didn't realize that and was wondering about it. Thanks for the reply!

[@TheOuterRim_]

Love the look!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you sir!

[@scottmemberg]

Hey Brian , WOW things are coming along great I see. You are an inspiration please dont stop! Real quick why did you use oil paint instead of acrylic?

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you! If you keep watching we’ll keep going! I used the oil paint because I’ve found that it has a more “grimy greasy” quality for weathering. It also has a much longer working time. Additionally if you use a paint thinner you can wipe away areas if you put too much or are not happy with it. Aside of all that, you can mix it with mineral spirits or paint thinner and use it as a wash. It’s awesome!

[@scottmemberg]

@@TheSmugglersRoom Great Info! I cant wait to do my workshop in the style of the falcon meets tattoniee

[@JoelMaisonet]

Holy crap, Brian! Love this one!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you!!

[@mariemeyer2885]

Too...too...cool! BTW, I want one!!!!!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

LOL, thank you! Now you know how to make one!

[@TheMartinGage]

This turned out great!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank You!

[@jasonholmes2975]

Fantastic work as always

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you!

[@asilevinson1479]

ok now I'm curious and I can't wait to see your next video . . . very cool stuff !

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Coming soon ;) It's going to be a great project!

[@asilevinson1479]

@@TheSmugglersRoom after all the videos that you uploaded I"m sure it will be !

[@barryhouman]

Looks awesome can't wait to see how the rest of it turns out. I have been working on my own project as of late it isn't any kind of kit bashing or model making of any kind, it's a series of stories that all connect together. I have had a lot of fun writing it, cause I have it planned out as far as what each story is about.

[@NorMandalArms]

Imagine a room build all with Tattoine walls...

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Don't temp me my friend. . . . i don't want to start over again! LOL

[@NorMandalArms]

@@TheSmugglersRoom 🤣🤣🤣 looks like I know what to do with my sins bedroom now. He did say he wants to be Anakin.....

[@unfated1]

Thanks!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

You bet!

[@ivangonzales5667]

Stunning! I love how it looks, totally out of this world 👏👏

[@diamondplate]

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[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Wow, thank you so very much. That was incredibly awesome to see. So thrilled you are happy with everything. Thank you!!

[@TheMadpyrate]

This looks really good! As an idea, maybe get some of those flickering led's and maybe a buzzer or something from an old computer or other recycled gear to make a sound like a short in the background. Then have it randomly flicker. It's a bit involved but I bet a lot of folks would like to see a bit of electronics like that. Could make for some interesting atmosphere. Just a thought. I LOVE the blaster holes!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Great idea! When we finish off the projects we'll see what we can do!

[@FabWorks80]

I love all your build videos!! Excellent work, B!!!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thanks bro!!

[@andlukeable]

It goes without saying that the build itself turned out awesome, but I'm just here to send some love for soundtrack you chose for the end of this video... Very Figrin D'an and the Modal Nodes.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thanks for that! I was thinking the same thing about the music! Appreciate you Luke!

[@Atlantismonkey40]

There are times, you make my head truly HURT! In a good way! All smiles! Thanks so much for the mental push. I will remember you.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thanks so much! Happy to share good brain hurt!

[@kurisuuu48]

This looks super awesome! I love working with insulation foam :D Recently I covered my whole living room in fake cobblestone-walls carved out of it for a medieval/fantasy-style roombuild :D Now I just need to find some space to do the same thing for a Star Wars-themed room xD

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

That sounds awesome Chris! It's so great for stuff like stone walls. I bet that turned out great!

[@blizatrex]

Great panels for the cabinet. I really liked the blue lighting over the terminal block to make it look that much more set back into the panel. I have never liked using spirits to bring back over weathering; my personal technique is to dry brush a we bit with the base color to get a little more depth. While Anakin may hate sand it is essential to getting that gritty stone look on a budget.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Nothing wrong with that technique Wayne, totally works. Most importantly, if it works for you then no need to change it! Thanks bud!

[@jeremiahbaer9042]

Gormaanda’s kiss for this one! Love it. Easy build that really can add to a space!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you! So glad it was valuable

[@ryanlindsey7657]

Another beautiful build Brian. Great use of the magnets.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@MicaMakes]

Looks amazing and like it's straight off the Tattooine set

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Awesome! Thanks!

[@flightofapaullo72]

Ever since you got me with my greeblie addiction... I've been disassembling vacuums, printers, sump pumps, etc lol! Great video as always!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Glad to help feed the addiction! LOL

[@flightofapaullo72]

@@TheSmugglersRoom You know it lol!

[@ds222]

I like using 3-4 layers of a mix of wood glue and sand with my paint on things like rocky dioramas and halloween tombstones. creates a hard shell.. it really nails in that hard rock feel and protects it.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Great call! I’ll definitely add the glue next time.

[@ds222]

@@TheSmugglersRoom Check out BoyleiHobbyTime here on youtube. He uses modpodge.. but I went with the heavier wood glue for more strength. Its a little thicker but it works out quite well.

[@tomlevier3615]

I gotta try that water/torch trick the next time I'm working with foam!

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Totally! Learned that one from Van Oaks Props. Really worked great!

[@tomlevier3615]

@@TheSmugglersRoom I build lots of foam rocks for display bases and I'm always looking for new techniques to try. Thank you!

[@ekij133]

Does it product nasty fumes? i.e. Is a ventilator recommended/required?

[@tallgirlmodel]

planning to make my own Tatooine cantina kitchen décor this instructional video is great to start my wall panels, thank you so much

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

Awesome! You bet!

[@dickon_br]

Hi my friend, it was really good! But the more rounded corners sometimes give me a more organic look and not just stones... and as the colors used remind me of skin tones and depending on the angle of vision, it really gives me the impression of an organic piece of a trapped creature on the wall lol...

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

lol, fair point. We were going for a “worn and weathered” look. With colors similar to Tatooine.

[@dickon_br]

@@TheSmugglersRoom yes sir !!! Nice point..