Learn how to turn inexpensive PVC pipe and wood into realistic-looking metal or rusty iron using simple paint, sponges, brushes, and layering techniques. Perfect for Halloween décor, theater sets, stage productions, props, and DIY projects—all without spending a fortune on real metal!

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Chapters:
00:00 Intro – Fake Metal on a Budget
02:20 Materials & Tools
04:40 Preparing PVC & Wood
06:35 Creating the Base Coat
08:32 Sponge Painting Technique
08:57 Adding Metallic Paint
16:10 Creating a Rusty Iron Look
19:51 Adding Layers & Texture
28:00 Making PVC Look Like Metal
43:00 Final Results & Tips
51:19 Thanks for Watching!

Welcome to Set Design on a Budget! I’m Bonnie Sprung, a scenic and set designer with over 40 years of experience in theatre design. On this channel I share practical tips and ideas to help you build theatre sets even when your budget is small.
Any of these tips and ideas can also be used in other applications besides the theater.
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Some Scenic Tools I use:
Deck Brush  - https://amzn.to/3OXADBm
Dagger Striper Brus - https://amzn.to/4utLlyV
Sponge Paint Rollers - https://amzn.to/3RB6vgn
Chip Brush – Paint Brush Set – 24 variety Pack  - https://amzn.to/49lEzmo
4” Chip Brush (12) - https://amzn.to/4udEVTV
Trim Paint Brush - Pointed Round Edge Paint Brush - https://amzn.to/4n3MvOV
Paint Brushes Set of 24 Pieces Wooden Handles Brushes with Canvas Brush Case - https://amzn.to/42Gan1F
Sea Sponge - https://amzn.to/4a42hEc
Black Gaffers Tape 2 inch x 30 Yards - https://amzn.to/4tbGPDZ
Spike Tape 5-Pack – Fluorescent Neon Gaffer Tape - https://amzn.to/425weiZ
Collapsible Foldable Wagon Cart  - https://amzn.to/48Df9R4

Model Making Books for Theater
Handbook of Model-making - https://amzn.to/4f7wYdA


The gear I use to make this video:
Wireless Mini Microphone for iPhone, Android Phone - https://amzn.to/49qudlh
62" Phone Tripod, Tripod for iPhone & Selfie Stick with Remote - https://amzn.to/4w62Iav
GO 3S - 128 GB Black 4K Tiny Portable Vlogging Camera - https://amzn.to/4n7ve7J

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