The ideal formula for a DIY Halloween haven?
Not too much gore, a little bit of spookiness, and all of the fun.
Jason Donnelly
Skip the lines and bring the haunted house into your home .
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Don’t worryit doesn’t have to be too frightening.
Before buying any supplies, decide thetheme and scare levelof your haunted house.
Use the following questions to help guide your theme further.
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What will be the average age group walking through it?
Will there be live actors or just props?
Is it all for fun or supposed to get a few screams out of people?
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Suggested Supplies
Huizar suggests the following supplies to customize your DIY haunted house.
Most of the items are optional; add anything that will best fit your theme and scream-factor goals.
Most of all, use all of your imagination and creativity to bring your haunted house ideas to life.
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Guided pathways ensure thrill-seekers can easily and safely find their way through the attraction.
Huizar also placesbowls of candyat the dead ends to keep guests motivated.
No matter how you create your walkways, ensure to include a few dead ends along the way.
These forced stops will make guests think about their next turn rather than mindlessly wandering.
Marty Baldwin
Add Variety
Fill one passageway with something guests will physically touch.
Drape things like faux spiderwebs or spooky signage along the walls and ceiling for visual variety.
