Are Snaps that bad in the Dark ?

I been trying to decide if the higher end frames are really worth the extra $ when you spend most of the time watching in the dark.

Some think the snap frames (draper, da-lite) are butt ugly, but I have not had the privilege to see one up close and personal, and then again when the lights are out, does it really matter ? Has anyone modified their snap frame because they did not find it appealing ?

I guess ease of installation is also a concern.

So are the snappers out there happy ?

Thanks,
Jim

Most don't have an option to cover them.
I guess due to lack of posts, most people must be going with the better frames and avoiding the snap versions.

Just a guess, as I don't have any data. Maybe it's time for a poll ?

Well thanks programmergeek & ericsilv. From a distance the pictures look great, I think I could see a little wave that the geek was speaking of, does anyone have a up close shot of the corner of the frame ? I appreciate the help as I am in the throws of moving from my blackout cloth screen to one with some punch.

Ericsilv, Yes that HP material is pretty bright, I've obtained a sample but as I moved it around my theater and then tried different seats, I was not pleased with the differences I saw from side to side. Of course a 6x6 inch sample wasn't much to look at so once again it's hard to really know what your getting into. I am going to take a look at the draper m2500 material since it has a greater viewing angle and still pretty high gain.

Jim