Projector screen is a great way to transform your living room into a movie theater! But, how do you roll up projector screen for easy storage? This article will teach you step by step instructions on how to roll up projector screen.
An Easy Guide to Rolling Up Projector Screen
What you need:
- – a projector screen;
- – floor space in front of the screen (about seven feet long) and about eight inches wide. The width is not crucial, as it will depend on your height or how much room you may have around the edges to tuck away items;
- – cloth tape measure that is at least as long as the screen (or tape measure with a longer length);
- – A horizontal surface to rest your projector on;
- – floor mat or similar material, such as carpeting. This will be used for soft cushioning and also can serve as protection from dust particles that may get stuck in between the creases of the screen.
Step One:
Find the creases of your projector screen and fold them in a straight line, perpendicular to where they are located on the screen
- – Lay it down so that one end is flat against the surface you have selected for rolling up projector screen (e.g., floor mat). You will be starting there;
- – Now, take the opposite end and fold it over the first one. Continue folding in a straight line going back up to your starting point;
- – After you have reached your start point, measure out enough cloth tape (or other material) for sealing off where you are currently at on the screen. Tape tightly to seal this section in;
- – Continue folding the screen in a straight line, taping off each section as you go. Repeat this process until all creases have been taped off and there is no more space left on the screen to fold it up any further.
Step Two:
Handle your projector with care when rolling up projector screen – some projectors may have handles on the side to help with this task;
- – First, make sure you remove any cords and loose materials from the projector’s surface. These items may get caught in between folds of projector screen when rolling up projectors screen;
- – Next, lift your projector off its resting place (or carefully carry it) over to the side of your rolling up projector screen.
- – When you are ready to roll it, do so in a diagonal direction (perpendicular to where the creases were originally). This makes sure that all folds are sealed and not caught on each other;
- – Continue this diagonally pattern until you have reached the end point of getting everything rolled up tightly – then complete taping off any remaining section with cloth tape.
Step Three:
Securely store away your projectors when done rolling them up by taking care that they don’t get knocked over or damaged during storage;
- – Place them in an area like a closet, garage, basement or even under a bed for protection from dust particles;
- – Cover them with a cloth or piece of fabric to protect from dust.
Step Four:
Check your projector screen for any loose strands that may have been leftover during the rolling-up process. If there is a strand that won’t stay put, you can use something like cl and take care in cutting those off when you find one;
- – Don’t leave any strands sticking out as they could catch on something later, potentially causing damage.
Step Five:
Make sure you have a clean area for your projector to be placed on when it is time to handle the unrolling process.
- – You want this surface to be as free of dust particles and debris as possible, so that any film or other material which may come in contact with the screen will not get damaged;
- – Ensure there are no cords under where the projector needs to go – these could still potentially catch onto something like they did during rolling up projectors screen if left out all together.
Step Six:
Begin by placing one end of the rolled up screen flat against a horizontal surface again (e.g., floor mat). Start from here and gradually unfold while following those same diagonal lines in reverse.
- – Keep the screen at a height that is comfortable for you and make sure to keep it taut so that any creases don’t catch on anything. You can use something like cl or your hands to do this;
- – Once all of the screen has been unfolded back out, take care in smoothing out any wrinkles – some may have formed during rolling up projectors screen process because of being folded tightly together repeatedly. This step will ensure an even projection later on again.
Step Seven:
After unrolling projector screens, check them over one last time before using them next with these steps:
- – Make sure there are no loose strands sticking out and that they look clean;
- – If not dirty enough already, you may want to use a cloth to wipe the screen down one more time;
- – If there are any creases from rolling up projector screens, they will need some help flattening out. You can do this by slowly running your hands across them in opposite directions – be careful not to apply too much pressure as it could damage the surface of the material.
Step Eight:
Once all is said and done with unrolling projectors screens, ensure that you store these away carefully so that they stay clean and free of dust or other debris particles on their surfaces for next use;
- – Don’t forget about those loose cords! Make sure they’re tucked safely away before putting anything else into storage. Finishing off with securing your projectors from being knocked over or damaged during storage.
- – Place them in an area like a closet, garage, basement or even under a bed for protection from dust particles;
- – Cover them with a cloth or piece of fabric to protect from dust.
Determine The Type Of The Projector Screen
Manual Projector Screens:
If you have a manual projector screen, then the process of rolling it back up will be relatively easy. You’ll just need someone to help roll it evenly while they pull from both sides and make sure that all lines are even. Once rolled, secure with cl or cloth tape for protection before storing in an appropriate place until next use.
This type of projectors screens is lightweight enough on its own so storage should not require any specific additional supports like shelving-type structures (unless there’s no other choice).
Electric Projector Screens:
Electric projectors screens can often be more difficult because they tend to weigh much heavier than their manual counterparts making them tricky to maneuver alone without assistance – this also means they’re heavier to store. You will need a helper for this process and it is also recommended that you do not attempt to use any type of tape, because the weight can cause damage during storage over time.
The best way to roll up electric projectors screens is by using an accordion-type folding technique – start at one end of the screen and gradually fold in on itself while following those same diagonal lines with each subsequent layer until all layers are folded together again (e.g., like how some people would put away bed sheets).
Conclusion:
The process of rolling up projectors screens is a skill that takes some time to perfect. If you follow the steps listed in this article, then hopefully it will be less difficult than going at it alone!
