Do you want to make your Halloween decor more spooky this year? Check out our ideas for turning your home into the ultimate haunt that is both eerie and creepy.
Depending on your preferences, some individuals might choose cute and friendly Halloween decor, but others want to make their decor as spooky as possible. For the people that appreciate all things horror, we have the ultimate list of decor you don’t want to miss out on this coming holiday. Tap into your most nightmarish self and transform your home into an epic haunted house.
Randomly Set Out Candles
As you transition your summer decor to fall, one of the biggest changes you can make is to set out candles. However, the scent is more of an afterthought when you’re setting the scene for something creepier. Instead, focus on the color and shape of the candle to enhance the aesthetic you’re portraying in your home. Consider red, back, or white candles—you could even place LED tea light candles in random places to set the mood without having a physical flame burning.
Strategically Drape Cob Webs
Are cobwebs the first thing that comes to mind when you think of a haunted house? This webbing material is a subtle decor item, yet it adds a lot of personality to your space. Drape these webs over picture frames, door frames, and other things to make your decor look old and dark.
Don’t Forget the Critters
Another element that can make your Halloween decor spookier is adding critters, such as mice, spiders, and bats, to your decor. These might be fun to place in hidden areas outside your home near the front door to scare visitors. Nothing’s more frightening than finding a hideous (fake) creature lying somewhere in or around the house.
Use Animated Props Outside
Do you want to give visitors a good jump scare? Animated props are perfect for terrorizing anyone who walks past at the most convenient time. After all, visitors who come to your front door won’t expect a man looking like Freddy Krueger or Michael Myers to lunge at them suddenly.
Add Glow-in-the-Dark Elements
Last but certainly not least, glow-in-the-dark items can make for the perfect Halloween decor because you can see them once the lights go out. Part of Halloween is embracing the nighttime—now, you can see some of your decorations with the lights off. Consider glow-in-the-dark candles, signs, and other props.
If horror is your favorite genre, you can appreciate the art of turning your home into a haunted house. Add your own twists and personality to the above decor items to tie into the aesthetic you’re creating. What will you add to your Halloween decor to make it spooky this year?