Complete Tutorial: Creating Viral Box-to-Interior Product Ads

Learn how to create the Viral AI Box videos that transform from a simple box into a fully furnished interior scene - all in about 1.5 hours for just a few cents.

What You'll Learn

This tutorial will teach you how to recreate those viral "box-to-interior" videos that have been popping up everywhere. Instead of relying on single-prompt solutions, we'll build a refined workflow that gives you control over the first image, branding, audio, and overall visual experience.

Tools You'll Need

• Freepik (paid subscription required for free AI video generation)

• Magnific AI (built into Freepik for upscaling)

• Seedance Pro 1.0 (currently free on Freepik)

• Basic video editing skills

Total Cost: ~300 Freepik credits (roughly $0.03) plus your subscription

Time Investment: ~1.5 hours

Step 1: Creating Your Reference Image

Getting Started with Freepik

The foundation of a great box-to-interior video is a high-quality reference image. We're going to start by creating or finding a product box image that we can customise with our brand.

What to do:

1. Open Freepik's AI image generator

2. Search for or generate a product box in the style you want

3. Focus on getting a box that matches your brand aesthetic

4. Test different image models to find the best quality output

Pro tip: Don't worry about getting it perfect on the first try. We're testing the workflow here, so focus on understanding the process rather than perfection.

Adding Your Brand

Once you have a base box image:

1. Use Freepik's editing tools to add your logo or brand name

2. Experiment with different placement options

3. Make sure the branding is clear but not overwhelming

Seedream Prompt:

The style is candid image photography with natural textures and highly realistic light, editorial, modern empty European room, light wooden floor, a sealed cardboard box with "Metalabs Interiors" written on it in the center of the room, soft natural light coming through a standard white-framed window, clean and minimal, no furniture, photorealistic, apartment style, cinematic lighting, ultra-detailed, 4K

Step 2: Upscaling for Quality

This step is important for professional-looking results. We'll use Magnific AI (built into Freepik) to enhance our image quality.

Upscaling Options

Test both upscaling methods to see which works better for your image:

Creative Upscaler:

• Adds creative interpretation

• Good for artistic enhancement

• May change some details

Precision Upscaler:

• 4x larger file size

• Outstanding quality retention

• Preserves original details perfectly

My recommendation: Start with Precision Upscaler for product images where accuracy matters.

Step 3: Preparing the Clean Room (Optional)

Now we need to create a clean version of our interior space without the product box.

Using the Retouch Tool

1. Open your upscaled image in Freepik's retouch tool

2. Use prompt-based removal: "remove the product box"

3. Clean up any artifacts or inconsistencies

4. Save this as your "empty room" reference

Important note: This step won't be perfect, but it's good enough for testing the workflow. Ideally, you'd start with a blank room first, then add the box - but we're proving the concept here.

Step 4: Creating the Box-plosion Videos

This is where the magic happens. We'll use Seedance Pro 1.0 to create the transformation videos.

Setting Up Your Video Generation

Using Seedance Pro 1.0:

1. Upload your reference images (both the box version and clean room version)

2. Create prompts for the "box-plosion" effect

3. Generate multiple variations to get the best result

Crafting Effective Prompts

For the transformation effect, try prompts like:

• "Product box explodes and transforms into furnished room"

• "Box opens dramatically revealing interior furniture"

• "Magical transformation from package to complete room setup"

Seedance Prompt:
metadata:
prompt_name: "Metalabs Empty Room Assembly"
base_style: "cinematic, photorealistic, 4K"
aspect_ratio: "3:2"
room_description: "modern empty European room, light wooden floor, a sealed cardboard box with "Metalabs Interiors" written on it in the center of the room, soft natural light coming through a standard white-framed window, clean and minimal, no furniture, photorealistic, apartment style, cinematic lighting, ultra-detailed, 4K"
camera_setup: "A single, fixed, wide-angle shot. The camera does not move for the entire 8-second duration."
key_elements:
- "A sealed box with logo visible"
assembled_elements:
- "bed with white duvet"
- " throw blanket"
- "bedside tables"
- "lamps"
- "wardrobe"
- "shelves"
- "mirror"
- "art"
- "rug"
- "curtains"
- "potted plants"
negative_prompts: ["no people", "no text overlays", "no distracting music"]

Pro tip: I like adding a box-dropping motion first to make it more dynamic. You might need to trim the start later, but it adds great visual interest.

Generation Strategy

Since Seedance Pro 1.0 is currently free (for Freepik paying users), generate multiple versions:

• Try different angles

• Test various transformation speeds

• Experiment with different "explosion" styles

Seedance Prompt:

Dynamic overhead shot: A box labeled 'Metalabs Interiors' drops from the ceiling onto the wooden floor in a minimalist room. The camera stays static as the box wobbles, creating a sense of anticipation as if it's about to burst open.

Step 5: Adding Professional Sound Design

Sound effects will elevate your video from amateur to professional quality.

Using Video-to-Sound Effects

Freepik's video-to-sound feature is incredibly powerful:

1. Upload your generated video

2. Let the AI analyse the visual elements

3. The system will suggest appropriate sound effects based on what it sees

Sound fx prompt:

the box whooshes, then sounds of popping out at the furniture appears, sounds of stacking and moving furniture ASMR style

Sound Effect Categories to Focus On

• Whooshes: For the transformation moment

• Pops: For items appearing

• Furniture movement: For realistic placement sounds

• Ambient room tone: For overall atmosphere

Why this works so well: The AI analyzes your video content and matches sound effects to the visual elements, creating perfect synchronization.

Sound fx prompt:

floating sound as the box is in the air then a whoosh as it drops

sound of a thud as it hits the wooden ground

Step 6: Final Video Assembly

Time to put it all together with professional editing and music.

Using Freepik's Built-in Video Editor

1. Import your generated video clips

2. Add your chosen soundtrack from Freepik's stock music library

3. Trim videos to remove any unwanted sections (like that slow start we mentioned)

4. Balance audio levels between music and sound effects

Editing Best Practices

• Keep the transformation moment as the climax

• Ensure smooth transitions between scenes

• Don't let music overpower your sound effects

• Aim for 15-30 seconds total length for social media

Cost Breakdown & Optimisation

What This Tutorial Costs:

• Freepik subscription (required)

• ~300 credits for image generation and upscaling

• $0 for video generation (while Seedance Pro 1.0 is free)

• Total per video: ~$0.03

Making It Even More Cost-Effective

Since the AI video models are currently free for Freepik users, you can:

• Generate as many variations as you want

• Test different concepts without additional cost

• Perfect your technique before committing to paid tools

Workflow Summary

Here's your complete process checklist:

1. ✅ Create reference image with your branding

2. ✅ Upscale using Precision Upscaler

3. ✅ Remove product box to create clean room reference

4. ✅ Generate transformation videos with multiple variations

5. ✅ Add AI-generated sound effects based on video analysis

6. ✅ Edit and add soundtrack for final polish

Advanced Tips & Troubleshooting

Getting Better Results

• Start simple: Master the basic workflow before adding complexity

• Reference consistency: Keep your room style consistent across all reference images

• Multiple generations: Don't settle for your first result - the models improve with iteration

Common Issues & Solutions

Problem: Box removal leaves artifacts
Solution: Use multiple reference images or manually clean up with editing tools

Problem: Transformation looks unnatural
Solution: Try more specific prompts about the transformation style you want

Problem: Audio doesn't sync well
Solution: Generate sound effects for shorter video clips, then combine in editing

Next Steps

Now that you've mastered the basic workflow, experiment with:

• Different product categories

• Various room styles

• Multiple camera angles

• Longer transformation sequences

Remember, this is about testing what's possible and refining your process. The tools are incredibly powerful and mostly free right now, so use this opportunity to perfect your technique.

The key insight: Instead of relying on single-prompt solutions, building a controlled workflow gives you much better results and the ability to maintain brand consistency across multiple videos.

This tutorial documents my real experience creating this. Results may vary, and the technology is constantly evolving – but the core principles should remain useful for anyone diving into AI.