Simple Ways to Create a Projector Screen When Renting a Projector
While it's true that most conference rooms and presentation venues are equipped with a projection screen, what can you do if you are
renting an LCD projector for a home movie night or an informal slide show? Basically, you have two options: locate a projection screen rental service or make one of your own, which is easier than you may think.
No matter what kind of materials you use to make a screen, the first consideration is where you intend to project. Viewers should be at least a few feet from the screen, to avoid display distortion. If you have a plain white wall in the vicinity, this can serve as the best makeshift screen possible. Be careful of projecting onto a wall with too much texture, such as patterned wallpaper, brick or cinderblock. A plain white dry-erase board can also serve as an excellent option.
One of the more popular options for a homemade screen involves a simple white sheet. Get some painter's tape (it won't peel off your paint) to secure a plain white sheet to the wall. Tape down the top and the two sides of the sheet to prevent movement from drafts or people movement.
Another easy solution involves the use of large sections of butcher paper, available at craft stores, paper stores and educational supply stores. Measure the height and width of the wall where you will be projecting the image, and purchase enough butcher paper to cover the whole section. Tape the seams together on one side only to avoid interference from shiny pieces of tape, and remember to tape the butcher paper with the "seams" running up and down the wall, rather than left and right. Tape the whole section of paper onto the wall with painter's tape, seam-side facing toward the wall, and enjoy the show.
No matter what materials or method you use to display your projected images, remember to make the room as dark as possible for a clear, crisp picture.
When a projector screen rental is not available, simply use one of these methods to create your own screen, and remember to trust Projector123.com for all your projector rental needs.
