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How To Build a Star Wars Droid Lamp 

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A Star Wars Night Light and Lamp is just what my nephew needs in his bedroom. So we are building this cool little night light based on the lovable Gonk Droid design. So come on by, and let's grab a couple of rubbermaid containers, PVC pipe, and other random bits to assemble a Re-Gonk-U-Lous gift!
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PARTS USED ON THIS BUILD:
Scenery Sand: The sand we chose for this project was not ideal. It was too shiny and very "dusty" so I have included a couple links to product I wish I would have had time to purchase. Hope this helps.
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Lamp Socket Bundle
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Lamp Cord
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Lamp Switch
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Light Bulb: I chose an LED bulb for this so it would not get hot enough to burn my little nephew. I found mine at Home Depot, but these are similar in design and cheaper:
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Styrene Sheets
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Kitbashing Parts & Pieces: I can't tell you exactly which model parts I used because they are from several kits, but here are a couple of good kits you can add to your collection of kitbashing pieces . . .
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LEDs
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1/4W Resistor Kit
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Push Button: I have had the orange push button i used for many years, so it was difficult to locate the exact version. These are a couple of similar samples, but any toggle switch or button would work.
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TOOLS & MATERIALS USED ON THIS BUILD:
Titebond Original Wood Glue - 16oz
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Hot Glue Gun
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Xacto Basic Knife Set
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Ridgid 18 volt Cordless Drill
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Kline Tools 11-in-1 Multi Tool
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Digital Caliper
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Bob Smith Industries CA Glue (Super Glue)
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Bob Smith 5 Min Epoxy
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@patapscofallsdivision2579
@patapscofallsdivision2579 5 лет назад
For your sand application: 1. Paint the base with a neutral sand colored paint. 2. While the paint is still wet, sprinkle on the sand. 3. Allow the paint and sand to dry. Some sand will still be loose. 4. Apply more sand, or other scenery material, wherever you would like to build up the depth. 5. Mist the entire surface with a spray of water with a drop or two of dish detergent mixed in. 6. Saturate the wet sand with a mix of 60% water and 40% white glue. 7. Allow this to dry. You should have a nice hard shell of sand.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 5 лет назад
Matthew Hankins whoa! Awesome information thank you. This is great. what does the dish detergent do? I’m definitely going to try this. Much appreciated!
@patapscofallsdivision2579
@patapscofallsdivision2579 5 лет назад
@@TheSmugglersRoom The dish detergent breaks the surface tension and allows the water and then the glue to penetrate down into the sand/scenery material. You can also add a drop to the glue mixture if it puddles on top of your scenery. Too much detergent will make everything bubble. You only need a drop or two for a spray bottle. You may also want to try applying the glue with a eye dropper to keep the force of the spray bottle mist from moving your materials around. Good luck!
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 5 лет назад
Matthew Hankins thank you sir! Seriously great information. I really appreciate you providing this!
@tarialorehand
@tarialorehand 3 года назад
@@TheSmugglersRoom I've seen people misting with alcohol as well, then the glue mixture. whichever is easier. :)
@paulchapman8366
@paulchapman8366 3 года назад
I don't like sand. It's all coarse, and rough, and irritating. And it gets everywhere.
@GoodeyGoodz
@GoodeyGoodz 4 года назад
Stumbled upon this and now my yougest brother and I are building our own gonks. This channel rock more than Alderaan
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 4 года назад
YES! That sounds fantastic!!!!
@blizatrex
@blizatrex 5 лет назад
The perfect little friend beside the bed. A resin or modge podge will hold the sand better than the wood glue.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 5 лет назад
Thanks Wayne! I didn't think of using either for that, great idea. Those would certainly allow for some "sculpting" so it doesn't look so flat. Thank you!
@allanspencer6383
@allanspencer6383 11 месяцев назад
Cool idea. I have an older boy that loves Star Wars and still uses a night light. I may be able to do something like this to lessen his need for a night light.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 11 месяцев назад
Awesome!
@atticus-rex
@atticus-rex 3 года назад
This is always one of my faves. Wish I was Brian's 4 year old nephew!
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 3 года назад
LOL! Thank you!
@NeedsMoreSubs
@NeedsMoreSubs 5 лет назад
Wow. This Gonk droid was so much bigger in my imagination the whole time I was seeing it on instagram.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 5 лет назад
Right? Close up shots really can be deceiving. A full size build is on my punch list though, you can bet on that!
@f2535
@f2535 5 лет назад
You might want to try getting the sand the way you want it and then using an alcohol/white glue mixture applied with a 3ml pipette. The alcohol allows the glue to sink down into the sand and then evaporates, then the glue dries and holds the sand. This is the same technique that model railroaders use on ground turf and track ballast, so if you need more information you should be able to look at model railroaders videos.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 5 лет назад
f2535 wow! That is a great process, thanks for sharing. We have some projects planned that will also have sand features, so I’ll keep this one in mind. Thanks again!
@GarlandLym
@GarlandLym 2 года назад
This came backup on my splash page. So I watched again. Something about this project, the lamp and detention block type builds that stand out from the pack. Maybe because I don’t lack all the tools to finish them like with others….that require the fidelity that cnc & laser offer to have a finish you desire. Short answer….even years later, episodes like this are still my favorite
@2manytoyz123
@2manytoyz123 3 года назад
The nibbler used to be one of tools sold at places like Radio Shack. Very handy to cut a prototype PCB to size. While a moto-tool could do the same job, the resin in the board makes a huge stink when heated. Not an issue with the nibbler. I’ve owned one of these at least since the 90s. Another awesome video, thank you!
@andlukeable
@andlukeable 5 лет назад
This is Gonking awesome man. So glad I found this channel.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 5 лет назад
Luke Henley thank you!!! We are glad you found the channel too!
@miguelhenandez869
@miguelhenandez869 4 года назад
The pvc part for the lamp is a slipfix usually used for repairing water lines.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 4 года назад
Boom!!! Thank you for that! Appreciate it. I just randomly grab stuff and then realize later I forgot to look at what it was. Lol!!!
@ianlum4788
@ianlum4788 4 года назад
Ha ha, someone beat me to it. I knew what it was immediately when I saw it.
@jaywillnot
@jaywillnot 3 года назад
The actual name for the piece is a “flow span. ” it is made to help in tight spots. It extends and retracts if needed.
@carlosallende2595
@carlosallende2595 Год назад
A thought just occurred to me, even this small unit could easily house a small motorcycle battery charger within and just look so good on a shelf in the garage/shed!
@echol2876
@echol2876 4 года назад
Petit message de France. J’adore tout ce que vous faite. Star Wars est mon univers depuis 50 ans. Pour me lancer dans un tel projet il me manque du temps et des connaissances en électronique. Continuez car c’est un plaisir de voir vos vidéos.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 4 года назад
Merci beaucoup! Nous sommes ravis que vous appréciiez les épisodes. C'est toujours un plaisir de rencontrer d'autres fans de Star Wars du monde entier.
@onacustomsurfboardsvalenci665
@onacustomsurfboardsvalenci665 5 лет назад
I think what diorama builders do is sprinkle the sand and then soak it with superglue, the sand absorbs it by capilarity and gets binded. Awesome take on the gonk! I like the idea of a smaller version
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 5 лет назад
Ona! custom surfboards Valencia that would make sense. I wasn’t sure about how to apply the superglue evenly around the baseplate? It would take a large amount for this size wouldn’t it? Thanks for checking out the video, glad you liked it!
@idiotluggage
@idiotluggage 5 лет назад
I've also thinned wood glue down with water to get everything to flow better. When done I coat with a clear matte spray paint. I've done this on many models.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 5 лет назад
@@idiotluggage That's one I had not heard of. Do you use a spray bottled to apply the thinned woodglue?
@idiotluggage
@idiotluggage 5 лет назад
@@TheSmugglersRoom I usually just used a brush. I was working on a smaller scale. Miniature for table top games.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 5 лет назад
idiotluggage sweet, thanks.
@tonyfox45
@tonyfox45 3 года назад
Couple Ideas for the lamps: 1. Alien Facehugger in a jar of solution (lit from bottom) 2. The tower that Ben Kenobi has to reach and hide from the storm troopers on when he turns off the tractor beam
@RansomeStoddard
@RansomeStoddard 4 года назад
How have I never found this channel before?
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 4 года назад
I don't know . . . but we are sure glad you are here now!
@unfated1
@unfated1 5 лет назад
A very impressive build. I but your nephew will love it.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 5 лет назад
Jason York thank you! I bet he will too, and if not I’ll have no problem putting it in my bedroom . . . Though I’ll have to convince my wife to allow it 😜
@jongrey8774
@jongrey8774 3 года назад
Probably the best video I've seen today.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 3 года назад
Awesome! Thank you!
@Azombie2
@Azombie2 3 года назад
Love to buy one of these!!!
@CountryFamily
@CountryFamily 5 лет назад
That is so freaking cool!
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 5 лет назад
Thank You So Much!! We appreciate you watching and glad you liked it!
@Daddio66
@Daddio66 4 года назад
Love this build! May have to try one myself.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 4 года назад
Thank you, we really hope you try one for yourself!
@Ascendant1
@Ascendant1 4 года назад
I’m so excited to see a Gonk droid project. This was amazing. One thing I learned from model painters - mixing baking soda and kitty litter with superglue makes an indestructible rocklike sand that looks great after being dry brushed.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 4 года назад
Thank you! Great idea! Appreciate you watching
@samuelbuscop1615
@samuelbuscop1615 3 года назад
Awesome!!!!
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 3 года назад
Thank you! Cheers!
@mandalorianihavespoke7453
@mandalorianihavespoke7453 4 года назад
Love it he is one of my favorite Droids you did a fantastic job
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 4 года назад
ThNk you
@AndyGreenWildlife
@AndyGreenWildlife 5 лет назад
Love this so much. I wish you were my uncle 😂😂😂 would love to sit in your workshop and watch the process. Awesome mate.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 5 лет назад
Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed the build, and thank you for stopping by to check it out!
@timfarnsworth6454
@timfarnsworth6454 4 года назад
@The Smugglers Room These projects are amazing! My wife asked what you do for a living that you are so familiar with all of these projects...electrical, mechanical, 3D printing/laser engraving plotting & design...skills are phenomenal. Really liked the latex use and removal to create the aged areas on droid.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 4 года назад
Thank you very much Tim! I have worked in the Custom Audio Video industry for 20 years, so that helps with the electronics and electrical side of things. But honestly I learned at a young age how to use a multitude of tools thanks to my father. We always spent a TON of time in his shop making everything we could think of. As I got older I just kept going, picking up a new tools or techniques along the way. most importantly I made a LOT of mistakes and each one helped me learn a bit more. Sorry for the rant, thanks for watching!
@alexhetherington8028
@alexhetherington8028 3 года назад
This is by my favourite thing you made so far. It's awesome. You've definitely inspired me to make my own lamp. I would love to see you make more of these. Even if your channel just focused solely on making these I would watch. The fact you make everything else is just the cherry on top of an already sweet sweet cake.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 3 года назад
Thank you Alex!
@trekranger
@trekranger Год назад
Amazing, I love it
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom Год назад
I'm glad you like it
@CountryFamily
@CountryFamily 5 лет назад
Be sure to hook the neutral wire to the screwshell and then to the wider prong on a polarized plug. This ensures you don't get a shock as you unscrew the bulb.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 5 лет назад
Indeed I will. Thank you!!!
@VirtualRobotsRevolt
@VirtualRobotsRevolt 5 лет назад
This is the type of channel I’ve always been searching for on RU-vid and finally found! Love the videos!
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 5 лет назад
We can't tell you how much that means to us. Glad you found us, and welcome to the channel!
@exploringwithdonald8444
@exploringwithdonald8444 3 года назад
me to I love these types of vids..
@vectorrobot8092
@vectorrobot8092 5 лет назад
Just saw some of these amazing droids at ama-con 2019. Amazing work guys.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 5 лет назад
Awesome!!!! Wish I could have been there and met you in person. Glad you enjoyed them!
@NorthernChev
@NorthernChev 4 года назад
Man, I do not regret subscribing. This is fantastic.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 4 года назад
We are so glad to hear that! Love that you are enjoying the content!
@sillysausage72
@sillysausage72 4 года назад
That is an awesome build!
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 4 года назад
Thank you very much
@carlosallende2595
@carlosallende2595 Год назад
Kinda four years late, but this is a clever build; not only does it look great but you could easily install a real battery re-charge unit, I'm thinking maybe one or two wi-fi mb phone chargers could be fitted to the Gonk's topmost surface. Love this build! Carlos.
@christopherdrekr1078
@christopherdrekr1078 4 года назад
I love greblies too ! The world becomes even more interesting when everything is a potential greblie.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 4 года назад
Could not agree more!
@r1racing
@r1racing 5 лет назад
Its incredible you have so little subscribers..one of the best diy channels out there...superb work,as always !
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 5 лет назад
Hi there! We are striving to increase our audience, and we believe we will get there. But I will say that we are over the moon excited . that viewers like you are here to watch our episodes. We do it for the love of building something out of nothing, and very glad you enjoy the videos!
@atticus-rex
@atticus-rex 4 года назад
Awesome work. You really have an eye for Star Wars Style.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 4 года назад
age8prodxns thank you!
@atticus-rex
@atticus-rex 4 года назад
@@TheSmugglersRoom I wish you sold some of these panels, even simple ones for light switches for the home for those who want a touch of SW in their home. Any way you're truly talented.
@Texas2NC
@Texas2NC 4 года назад
By now you have already figured out a way to hold the sand. Scale modeler use isopropyl alcohol first to help the next step; which is 1 part Mod Podge (Mat) and 3 parts water and a few drops of dish soap to break the surface tension. Spray the sand with the alcohol and then spray the sand with the mod podge mix. Should lock it in place. Just found your channel, been watching the figure case series now this one. 👍🏻
@christophersoprano-sculptor
@christophersoprano-sculptor 4 года назад
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐As always: AWESOME WORK!
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 4 года назад
Thank you!!!
@redfox_outdoors
@redfox_outdoors Год назад
@The Smugglers Room for the sand to stick to the wood base mix up a squeeze bottle of elmers glue and water to thin it down and squirt the glue on and into the sand let dry and no sand will come off, most diorama builders especially in the train world use that to hold dirt, sand and ballast to a wood base.
@silviofoj
@silviofoj 4 года назад
Dude, I've just found my fav channel. What an awesome project!
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 4 года назад
Thank you! So glad you joined us!
@TheLocutus70
@TheLocutus70 5 лет назад
Gonk Gonk Gonk. -Translation- That was awesome.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 4 года назад
Thank you!!!!
@ericortiz3284
@ericortiz3284 5 лет назад
great video my friend!
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 5 лет назад
Thank you Eric!!!
@j3054
@j3054 3 года назад
How do you not have more subscribers? This was awesome! I’ve been subbed for a long time but never saw this. Well done!
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 3 года назад
Thank you much!
@dfcprops3849
@dfcprops3849 5 лет назад
This is amazing! Looks fantastic and your build process was really intriguing. Now I must go make one too! :)
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 5 лет назад
Prop Rocks thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed it, and please tag us when you make yours, I would love to see it!!!
@dfcprops3849
@dfcprops3849 5 лет назад
@@TheSmugglersRoom I will remember to tag when I do. I post most on Instagram so it will probably be there. Thanks again for the video!
@bennydesign
@bennydesign 5 лет назад
Please say "hi" to Bill .. he was right, great channel, thanks for sharing your creativity!
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 5 лет назад
+Benjamin Müller if I ever get the chance in person I certainly will tell him. Thank you for watching and the support!
@sithlordst32
@sithlordst32 4 года назад
Excellent vids. For the sand maybe a high grit sandpaper.
@TheJedi270
@TheJedi270 3 года назад
Mix the sand in a bowl with elmers. Spoon it on shape and drys like mortar. Then paint or weather. Been using that for years. Also makes great dirt. Just sub the sand for dirt.
@scheeset
@scheeset 2 года назад
For the sand use a 50-50 mix of white glue and water. You can put it into a spray bottle to apply once mixed. A lot of war gaming tables use this method.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 2 года назад
Thanks for the tip!
@davidamoody
@davidamoody 4 года назад
Gluing sand: I made a faux fireplace once as a Christmas decoration, and I covered it with 'bricks'. Every brick was a piece of cardboard. I mixed white latex glue with some appropriately coloured paint and the sand, and the finished texture looked fantastic, and was very durable.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 4 года назад
Oh that is a FANTASTIC idea! Thank you so much for sharing it!
@Transit_80
@Transit_80 4 года назад
I tend to go with 3-4 parts water to Weldbond, paint on base then add silica sand which you can spray or airbrush after. Depending on time, I sometimes clear coat with acrylic first.
@StarWarsReplicas
@StarWarsReplicas 5 лет назад
Awesome channel!!
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 5 лет назад
+Star Wars Replicas thank you so very much!!!
@PodpadStudios
@PodpadStudios 3 года назад
We love greeblies too 🥰🥰 and GNK Droids ♥️
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 3 года назад
Whoohoo!!!
@davidz2016
@davidz2016 4 года назад
Gonk Gonk !
@Darth_zuzu
@Darth_zuzu 3 года назад
Dude I'm such a fan of your videos. I wish I had the place to build those stuff too, it looks like real fun! (Or... If you sold some of these too;;)
@allendawson3496
@allendawson3496 4 года назад
You can use a woodland scene glue and water mixture to spray over you're sand once you put it down and it becomes hard and will not move. You can also use regular Elmer's white glue mixed with water more glue than water. I think your channels pretty cool by the way just started watching can't wait to see what you do next good luck man.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 4 года назад
Thank you very much for the recommendations on the glue, we really appreciate it. And thank you for watching! Welcome to the channel!
@dinniestones3058
@dinniestones3058 5 лет назад
Sandpaper!
@jackmidd8980
@jackmidd8980 5 лет назад
Really good job mate
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 5 лет назад
Jack Midd thank you very much, glad you liked it!
@jackmidd8980
@jackmidd8980 5 лет назад
@@TheSmugglersRoom well who doesn't like it, its is amazing and I love all things geek
@jackmidd8980
@jackmidd8980 5 лет назад
Now after watching this I feel that they is people like me in the world! You really do make me feel good about myself
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 5 лет назад
Jack Midd thank you! That’s great. Yes, the Geeks of the world unite! There are many like us, now get out there and build something!
@technog33k
@technog33k 4 года назад
You could mix sand in with watered down PVA glue or ModPodge and ‘painting’ it on.
@MrsDoublefire13
@MrsDoublefire13 4 года назад
For the sand, I've found a new method that I really like. For scale models, regular sand grain is too large in relation to the figures/details. It always looks wrong. Try picking out some earthy toned, non-sanded grout from your local hardware store. Apply to your landscape dry and then spray/mist water on top. Because it's grout it will be activated by the water and dry hard. May take several applications if you are building up thick layers.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 4 года назад
Thanks for sharing!
@exploringwithdonald8444
@exploringwithdonald8444 3 года назад
I want to make one now hahaha
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 3 года назад
Please do!
@CatsDontBark
@CatsDontBark 3 года назад
Love the builds [ I like to make stuff sent me ]. I’ve noticed you use those nostalgic Edison bulbs a lot , I hope they’re led , because the incandescent versions throw so much heat. Could melt that thin plastic over time.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 3 года назад
Hi there! Thank you for stopping by to check us out! Yes, the Edison bulbs are the LED flavor. They look great and last forever!
@darthweezy
@darthweezy 5 лет назад
It may be more costly than sand and glue but the Citadel Texture Paints from Games Workshop pull off sandy textures well. You can get them in thick or thin textures. They’re intended for miniature bases so you’d need a lot of paint pots. Keep feeding us awesomeness!
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 5 лет назад
darthweezy thanks you, that’s a great idea for sure!
@bearformdruid
@bearformdruid 4 года назад
Water down wood glue with water until consistency of milk and put in a spray bottle. Prespray the sand with isopropanol alcohol, then spray with wood glue/water mixture and let it sink in and dry. This will bind suprisingly thick ammounts of sand. You will need to mask off any areas where you do not want glue and remove masking as soon s you are done spraying
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 4 года назад
Awesome! Thanks so much!
@exploringwithdonald8444
@exploringwithdonald8444 3 года назад
ok I literally have everything for this hahaha
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 3 года назад
WHOOOHOOO!!!
@tarialorehand
@tarialorehand 3 года назад
I'd love to see what you could do with storage containers. Basically make something for them as a way to store items in a scifi type of storage thingy. Am I making any sense? love the droid lamp
@amyjojinkerson6745
@amyjojinkerson6745 3 года назад
nibblers are used in auto boy and furnace duct work also
@InsidetheBoothTV
@InsidetheBoothTV 3 года назад
love this.. and cosplay Chris always uses sand to glue on the bottom of his custom collectables. check out his techniques. they are great! but im sure you have it figured out by now.. lol
@alex-simpson
@alex-simpson 3 года назад
Re applying sand, just spray it down with copious amounts of PVA glue mixed with water - that'll keep the look of the sand but also keep it firmly in place.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 3 года назад
Perfect, thank you!
@JaimeDrewatWoodenU
@JaimeDrewatWoodenU 5 лет назад
Miniature builders sprinkle the sand on then spray watered down glue on it.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 5 лет назад
Jaime Drew thank you for that. I have other builds coming up and I’ll try that for sure!
@cerethpainting6606
@cerethpainting6606 4 года назад
Spray isopropyl alcohol on the sand first. The glue will then work it’s way through the sand.
@nobbynose4254
@nobbynose4254 4 года назад
cool channel man
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 4 года назад
Thank you so much!
@jsbelanger1701
@jsbelanger1701 5 лет назад
Wow. Good job. This is wicked. Check out Cosplay Chris' crashed tie fighter video for the sand if you haven't already. Might be worth a shot
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 5 лет назад
J.S. Belanger thank you so much. I will check that out from Cosplay Chris for sure.
@rescue00751
@rescue00751 4 года назад
I want to have an uncle like you too, please.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 4 года назад
🤣🤣🤣
@robertscrimgeour3511
@robertscrimgeour3511 4 года назад
For the sand, you could mix sand with a matt finish wood glue to make a paste.
@theeasytargets5945
@theeasytargets5945 4 года назад
A sand effect can be achieved by putting down pva then sieving beige tile grout over it. When it's dry give it a misting with water using a spray bottle
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 4 года назад
Someone else mentioned the tile grout too, its such a great idea, and with the PVA genius. Thank you very much! When we do the display cabinets we'll have need for this technique for sure!
@thatchanguy
@thatchanguy 4 года назад
Watching this was amazing. Have you considered using a small speaker so it makes the gonk sound, making it an alarm clock too?
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 4 года назад
Thank you! That is an amazing idea, I had not thought of that. Now in absolutely have to build another one, maybe add an Echo Dot to it so that you can play music too! Thanks for the feedback and suggestion!
@ferry5454
@ferry5454 2 года назад
How did you close the droid? Did you use a hinge or did you glued it together?
@davidamoody
@davidamoody 4 года назад
you probably already have a good answer to the sand problem, but a common method used on model railways is to mix PVA or latex glue 50/50 with water, in an atomiser, and spray it over the top of the sand (ballast on a model railway!)
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 4 года назад
Thank you! Appreciate the advice!
@eviljbrian
@eviljbrian 4 года назад
I tried using mustard for weathering on some armor pieces, but I wasn't a big fan of it turning out. My suggestion is to just use a bit of petroleum jelly - aka Vaseline. Use a tooth pick or q-tip or something like that to apply it, then paint and let it dry After that you can just wipe it off.
@sillysausage72
@sillysausage72 4 года назад
After paint, do you add a clear coat? Building my first little version on Gonk!😀
@jma9275
@jma9275 4 года назад
I myself have added sand to my dioramas, what I do is I take Elmer's Glue and add sand to the Elmer's glue mix it up and then lie it out when it dries, it dries clear so the only thing you see is sand, if the sand looks too shiny use a matte Modge Podge on top of it.
@mariodznHD
@mariodznHD 4 года назад
Adam Savages tested has a great video on creating landscape terrains. Their video uses snow but the same techniques can. Be applied.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 4 года назад
Awesome Mario, thank you we'll definitely check that out!
@ACslife23
@ACslife23 5 лет назад
Would love to see a ghostbusters inspired nightlight
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 4 года назад
That is a great idea! We'll have to jump on that!
@deanmullen9484
@deanmullen9484 4 года назад
For the sand it may be possible to put a thin layer of glass or hard plastic and put it over
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 4 года назад
That wouldn’t be a bad idea at all!
@Erik-pr2rf
@Erik-pr2rf 3 года назад
you should do something similar but with a Blutooth speaker adrieno(however ya spell it )board ) inside the droid and light combo, a mix of water n glue in a small spray bottle spray on the base n put small amounts of sand on then some more spray glue then a lil more sand .. if you get some discolor just spray some flat military tan pain on it with your paint gun
@johanarens9798
@johanarens9798 Год назад
You could apply sand and glue the way you did it and apply paint on top of this (spray some primer and then the color you want to have),
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom Год назад
excellent!
@shawnbartlett8138
@shawnbartlett8138 4 года назад
Modge Podge with the sand it will seal it or ultra spray modge Podge will work
@deannaatkinson3004
@deannaatkinson3004 3 года назад
Hey Brian, I'm coming back to this video (for the 40th? time). I'm looking to make my own 'moisture vaporator' desk lamps. The links for the models that you bashed are busted. I'm really interested in those boxish greeblies on the sides of the vaporator. What kit supplied you with these? If you know. I've got the 1" PVC-Lock parts that you used. My desk is in need of some extra light.
@FayteWolf
@FayteWolf 5 лет назад
Awesome! Where did you source the little braided metal lines?
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 5 лет назад
FayteWolf hey there, those are coax cables that I stripped away the outer jacket. The kind I have were about 10 years old. But you could buy coax cables from Home Depot or Lowes, and then just cut away the outer jacket. Most have braided wire underneath.
@shawnbartlett8138
@shawnbartlett8138 4 года назад
Ultra spray mod Podge will work best to seal the sand
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 4 года назад
Thank you!
@Sam_Merrill
@Sam_Merrill 2 года назад
Hey there! I'm tackling a very similar build for my geek den (just the droid--tiny room, tiny droid), but can't seem to figure out what you did for the legs. It looks like 1.5" dowel rod drilled into the MDF, but are you wrapping them with corrugated pipe, or like cable management tubing? If it is CM tubing, where are you finding it in that 1.5" diameter? Thanks in advance! :)
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 2 года назад
This was actually a random part I found in the plumbing section that had the pipe included. I’m sorry, I can’t remember what the part was called.
@Sam_Merrill
@Sam_Merrill 2 года назад
@@TheSmugglersRoom no worries! I can figure something out :) appreciate the reply, y’all!!
@shopbilt
@shopbilt 4 года назад
Do you have a previous channel? No way you only been doing this a year. Love your work.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 4 года назад
Thank you very much! No, this is our only channel. I've been building and making since I was very young, but this is our first step into filming and editing our projects. Thank you for watching.
@dannbrauckmann1545
@dannbrauckmann1545 5 лет назад
Man, I love the videos, I love everything about it all, I just cannot stand the music! Personally, I'd prefer no music at all, but I understand why it's there. Keep up the great work!
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 5 лет назад
Dann Brauckmann oh no! LOL, just my voice alone would be horrible to listen to, we need music to drown out me!!! 🤣🤣🤣 thanks for the feedback and for watching!
@emdee7744
@emdee7744 5 лет назад
Agree. The music is annoying in its repetitiveness.
@ronnyhilton2662
@ronnyhilton2662 5 лет назад
On my dioramas I’ve been using patio paver sand. You just put it where you want spray it with water and it dries hard as a rock.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 5 лет назад
Oh YEAH! Sweet, thank you for that, what a great idea!
@rogerappears1
@rogerappears1 3 года назад
Hobby Lobby has spray paint with textures like sand, rock etc.
@georgesmith8255
@georgesmith8255 2 года назад
To do sand .. I mix regular school glue with water.. 2 parts glue.. 1 part water… first I put glue on a board just like you did.. let it dry then I put more sand on and spray it’s water glue mixture…let dry.. then add a little more for details.. .. I did a dio for pirate deadpool ship wreck on a smal island..
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 2 года назад
Thank you!
@Navy6438
@Navy6438 4 года назад
as for you Question on the nibbler, it's a aircraft tool used in metalworking.
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 4 года назад
I had no idea! Thank you for that!
@Navy6438
@Navy6438 4 года назад
@@TheSmugglersRoom thank you for the great build videos, i do have a request, you made a SW themed lamp, using a battery powered camping lamp, i have seen on reddit, that a bunch of people have done the same thing, but make it to were it holds Kyber crystals from SW Galaxy Edge, i would live to see you take and build on this
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 4 года назад
Ron Patterson great idea! We’ll certainly add that to our project list. Thanks!
@nicdennis
@nicdennis 5 лет назад
Hey does anyone know what pvc parts @The Smugglers Room used for the moisture evap. tower?
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 5 лет назад
Nic Dennis hey there, sorry I forgot To post what part I used. It is actually a PVC Slide Repair coupling. Here is the link. www.homedepot.com/p/Homewerks-Worldwide-3-4-in-PVC-Slide-Repair-Coupling-511-53-34-34H/206698171
@Quidium
@Quidium 4 года назад
The LED stuff on this video. Do you have anymore details on the LED process? A diagram on the electronics?
@paulwhitehead3002
@paulwhitehead3002 4 года назад
paint put a slightly thick layer then put the sand on like tou did it will bind better than the glue as you can spread it like you did for the lose sand
@TheSmugglersRoom
@TheSmugglersRoom 4 года назад
Great! Thank you!
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