Storm Cloud Wall
My goal was to create an ominous LED cloud wall for Halloween, designed to cover a garage and feature interchangeable centerpieces that could change with each season. The project involved using foam insulation boards, LED light strips, polyfil, and paint to craft a dynamic display that could change colors and evoke a windswept, moonlit atmosphere. I started by measuring and cutting foam panels to fit the garage door, assembling them into folding pairs with a space left for a central sign. After painting the panels black, I laid out the LED light strips in a zigzag pattern within designated cloud areas, ensuring the power source was neatly routed behind. The light strips were then covered with polyfil, applied in a way that mimicked the natural flow of clouds. After fine-tuning the cloud coverage and lighting, I moved the completed wall outside, secured it to the garage, and added the removable sign. The final piece not only transformed the space but also created an engaging photo opportunity for the community.
Some of my project objectives/mandatories:
Create an ominous, windswept/moonlit cloud effect
Incorporate LED lights with customizable color themes
Ensure the display is easy to assemble, store, and adapt for future seasons
Provide an engaging and visually striking community photo op
Materials:
Polyfil: https://amzn.to/47mnMNZ
Insulation Foam Board: 2":
1”: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Owens-Corning-FOAMULAR-NGX-F-150-1-in-x-4-ft-x-8-ft-SSE-R-5-XPS-Rigid-Foam-Board-Insulation-20WENGX/315197840 For small-scale projects: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Owens-Corning-FOAMULAR-NGX-1-in-x-2-ft-x-2-ft-R-5-Project-Panel-XPS-Rigid-Foam-Board-Insulation-9WE/315401957
Spray Adhesive: https://amzn.to/4ebuB74 https://amzn.to/4cRxU2n
Exterior Satin Black Paint: https://amzn.to/3RHr4VP
Painter’s tape (optional if painting the letters): https://amzn.to/4dOgXax
Duct Tape: https://amzn.to/3Z2R67C https://amzn.to/3CfRypw
Drop cloth: https://amzn.to/3YYcXNH https://amzn.to/3WHUvr4 https://amzn.to/3Z6FWyT
Tools:
Exacto knife: https://amzn.to/3WFORp8
Utility Knife: https://amzn.to/3Q9hKaW https://amzn.to/3i0ia73 https://amzn.to/3vwmePi https://amzn.to/3Z2elyH
T-square or straight edge: https://amzn.to/3GcAz8u https://amzn.to/3vyGgZI
Power drill (or use a nail to poke holes):
Gym mat (for cutting surface): https://amzn.to/3jIfoUr https://amzn.to/3vxqyOs https://amzn.to/3WF5m4Y
Saw horses (optional): https://amzn.to/3CDWzbFhttps://amzn.to/3VCkrTl https://amzn.to/3VCJFBk
Paint rollers: https://amzn.to/3jzp57k
Smooth nap (for rollers): https://amzn.to/3IhVZ74