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Greetings Everyone!
I'm new to this and so incredibly grateful that I stumbled upon this site. The passion and generosity of forum members is truly impressive! Several days ago, MM asked for words of encouragement, please accept my honest gratitude. MM and all of the gurus here provide a fantastic public service for people like me who like theater, like to tinker, and like to hold on to as much of our $$ as possible
I've leaned much already via countless hours of reading, have already made several purchases and am about ready to roll, but I wanted to check my fact before starting:
Background
Location: Utah (hot and dry right now, intend to spray outside)
Room: 16' L and 10' W
Pain: Dark Gray Walls, Lighter Gray ceiling (WAF) --both flat
Light Control: good to excellent
Viewing: 90% movies (DVDs) with 10% games
PJ: Epson 8350
Mounting Distance: Currently 14.5'
Question: This requires some lateral correction, so I've been considering buying a ceiling mount and am willing to do so. This would allow me to mount in the center of the screen and move closer for the extra FLs. Recommended?
Screen Size: The viewing wall has a door in one corner, which means that my absolute maximum screen size is 100" (16X9), obviously going with a 98" screen is not a big deal to get increases substrate options.
Project Info
- Already purchased the inexpensive paint gun recommended here
- Ready order black velvet for the frame (Wife has even agreed to the the wrappin')
Question: Is there a need to make sure that the longer (width) sections are wrapped with a single piece?
Planning to Purchase the following at Home Depot later this week:
- TWH cut to 85"
Questions: Does this sound like a good choice give my size limitations? Does this require priming? Does it need to be mounted onto another medium or will it maintain its shape?
- 6' 1X3 poplar for creating frame mounting blocks
- 8' Poplar 2X4 for French Cleat Mounts
Question": Is this the right size? I seem to remember someone suggesting another alternative, but I couldn't find the thread again.
- 3/4" MDF Edging for the Frame
I've already got most of the other tools and materials that I might need (I think).
Now, the obligatory newbie question:
What color? I plan to spray this coming weekend, so I need to order quickly if outsourcing will be necessary.
FYI - We've got an Hobby Lobby and Michael's if this helps, otherwise I have note on internet sources for most of the brews that you all have cooked up!
Thanks in advance for any advice or input that you all can provide. I've been projecting onto a free 74" screen that a buddy gave me (he got it free with an old projector), so I'm looking forward to "stepping up".
Cheers!
I'm new to this and so incredibly grateful that I stumbled upon this site. The passion and generosity of forum members is truly impressive! Several days ago, MM asked for words of encouragement, please accept my honest gratitude. MM and all of the gurus here provide a fantastic public service for people like me who like theater, like to tinker, and like to hold on to as much of our $$ as possible

I've leaned much already via countless hours of reading, have already made several purchases and am about ready to roll, but I wanted to check my fact before starting:
Background
Location: Utah (hot and dry right now, intend to spray outside)
Room: 16' L and 10' W
Pain: Dark Gray Walls, Lighter Gray ceiling (WAF) --both flat
Light Control: good to excellent
Viewing: 90% movies (DVDs) with 10% games
PJ: Epson 8350
Mounting Distance: Currently 14.5'
Question: This requires some lateral correction, so I've been considering buying a ceiling mount and am willing to do so. This would allow me to mount in the center of the screen and move closer for the extra FLs. Recommended?
Screen Size: The viewing wall has a door in one corner, which means that my absolute maximum screen size is 100" (16X9), obviously going with a 98" screen is not a big deal to get increases substrate options.
Project Info
- Already purchased the inexpensive paint gun recommended here
- Ready order black velvet for the frame (Wife has even agreed to the the wrappin')
Question: Is there a need to make sure that the longer (width) sections are wrapped with a single piece?
Planning to Purchase the following at Home Depot later this week:
- TWH cut to 85"
Questions: Does this sound like a good choice give my size limitations? Does this require priming? Does it need to be mounted onto another medium or will it maintain its shape?
- 6' 1X3 poplar for creating frame mounting blocks
- 8' Poplar 2X4 for French Cleat Mounts
Question": Is this the right size? I seem to remember someone suggesting another alternative, but I couldn't find the thread again.
- 3/4" MDF Edging for the Frame
I've already got most of the other tools and materials that I might need (I think).
Now, the obligatory newbie question:

What color? I plan to spray this coming weekend, so I need to order quickly if outsourcing will be necessary.
FYI - We've got an Hobby Lobby and Michael's if this helps, otherwise I have note on internet sources for most of the brews that you all have cooked up!
Thanks in advance for any advice or input that you all can provide. I've been projecting onto a free 74" screen that a buddy gave me (he got it free with an old projector), so I'm looking forward to "stepping up".
Cheers!