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Projector Paint

Home Design Sense - A Projector For Mural Work

Murals can be very time consuming if you need to be exacting with your work. Unless you are a great artist and can draw your design on the wall freehand; you would be better off using the grid method.

The best way is to draw the mural on a piece of paper with a printed grid. The grid consists of small squares. Then you scale the grid and draw it on the wall. It is usually 1 = 1 (one inch equals one foot). Then you transfer the drawing one square at a time to each corresponding grid on the wall. You can number the grid squares if it makes it easier for you. Now you just start painting your mural.

This is time consuming but will give you an accurate scaled drawing that you can fill in with your paints. Sort of a paint-by-numbers idea. However; there is a much easier way to transfer a drawing to a wall. Use a projector. Graphics projectors can be found online or at art supply stores. They range in price so be sure you will use it more than once if you plan to purchase high quality.

The fastest way to completing a mural is with a projector. Of course; this does not include the actual painting; but the most labor intensive partthe drawing of the art. With a projector there is no need to grid the wall and it makes it easier to scale the drawing. All you have to do is to move the project closer or further from the wall or ceiling. If you go closer the image gets smaller or further away it gets larger. This gives you complete control over the size of your artwork.

Of course; you will have to do a drawing (unless you have an image). The drawing should just be a medium pencil weight outline. This is so it will show up when projected onto the wall. If you have a photo or image you will have to trace the outline the same way because the light has to go through the artwork.

The room will have to be very dark for the drawing to show up so you will have to draw the shade or curtains or even cover the window with craft paper. The darker the room the better and the easier to see the outlines.

Now you aim the projector where you want the image to appear. Here is the best part that you cant do with a grid pattern. You can move the projector back and forth until you get the image o the exact size you want and you can always easily re-do the chalk drawing if it is not the right size. This is harder and much more time consuming to do with a grid.

Once it is the right size; you can use chalk to outline the image. Lead pencils may bleed through the paint if they are not completely removed a little at a time before painting. Nowfill in with paints and enjoy. It is a good idea that you take pictures of your progress to keep in a portfolio for other potential clients.

How to Paint a Mural With a Projector


Goo Systems Projector Screen Paint Kit - CRT White
Goo Systems Projector Screen Paint Kit - CRT White
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Features

  • Screen Goo is a specially formatted, highly reflective acrylic paint, designed specifically for the video projection industry. Screen Goo acrylic paint allows one to transform any smooth paintable surface into a high performance projection screen.
  • Screen Goo's performance reflects many years of research and development. It has the capacity to outperform most of the existing screen products in use today. Screen Goo is made from the highest grade acrylic available and contains no filler materials. Whether used in a professional, or home situation its simple application, versatility, quality and variable gain characteristics are remarkable.
  • Everything you need to create a high performance screen up to 130" diagonal. Includes 1000mL CRT White Basecoat (4193) and 1000mL CRT White Topcoat (4181), paint tray, 2 rollers, roller handle, 250mL Ultra Black border paint with applicator, instructions, 2" masking tape and 2"X32' roll of Screen Flok.
  • This kit is best used in a light controlled room with minimal ambient light.

Reviews

Works somehow

by Henri Roger Savin from Boston on 2010-09-01
Indeed, painting your wall for a better projection result is a chore... It also cost some money which you cannot carry around if you move. I have gotten used now to my new wall and I guess I have gained some clarity but I started from projecting on a normal painted wall and the result was not bad either. Conclusion, if you have about 200$ you can spend, go for it... If you are short in cash or expect a dramatic change, skip it...


Goo Systems Projector Screen Paint Kit - Ultra Grey
Goo Systems Projector Screen Paint Kit - Ultra Grey
Sale Price: $229.99

Features

  • Screen Goo is a specially formatted, highly reflective acrylic paint, designed specifically for the video projection industry. Screen Goo acrylic paint allows one to transform any smooth paintable surface into a high performance projection screen.
  • Screen Goo's performance reflects many years of research and development. It has the capacity to outperform most of the existing screen products in use today. Screen Goo is made from the highest grade acrylic available and contains no filler materials. Whether used in a professional, or home situation its simple application, versatility, quality and variable gain characteristics are remarkable.
  • Everything you need to create a high performance screen up to 130" diagonal. Includes 1000mL Digital Grey Basecoat (4179) and 1000mL Ultra Grey Topcoat (4813), paint tray, 2 rollers, roller handle, 250mL Ultra Black border paint with applicator and instructions and 2"X32' roll of Screen Flok.
Goo Systems projector screen paint kit - Digital Grey
Goo Systems projector screen paint kit - Digital Grey
Sale Price: $229.99

Features

  • Screen Goo is a specially formatted, highly reflective acrylic paint, designed specifically for the video projection industry. Screen Goo acrylic paint allows one to transform any smooth paintable surface into a high performance projection screen.
  • Screen Goo's performance reflects many years of research and development. It has the capacity to outperform most of the existing screen products in use today. Screen Goo is made from the highest grade acrylic available and contains no filler materials. Whether used in a professional, or home situation its simple application, versatility, quality and variable gain characteristics are remarkable.
  • Everything you need to create a high performance screen up to 130" diagonal. Includes 1000mL Digital Grey Basecoat (4179) and 1000mL Digital Grey Topcoat (4185), paint tray, 2 rollers, roller handle, 250mL Ultra Black border paint with applicator, instructions, 2" masking tape and 2"X32' roll of Screen Flok.
Interfit INT499 Replacement Modeling Lamp for Interfit Stellar Series Lamp Heads
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Interfit INT329 Replacement Lamp 1000w for SolarLite INT095
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Interfit INT515 Replacement 60 Watt Modeling Lamp Interfit EX150Mark1 and EXD200
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Interfit INT328 Replacement 500w Lamp for Interfit SolarLite INT095
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Screen Goo Digital Grey Basecoat Quantity: 1000 mL
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4179 Quantity: 1000 mL Screen Goo is an alternative to expensive projection screens which allows a fully functional projector screen to be painted directly onto a wall. These painted screens are capable of vibrant color definition and superb reflectivity. The Digital Grey Topcoat is designed to be used over the Digital Grey Basecoat. The grey tint facilitates deeper color contrasts, and is very popular in home theater settings. Need help determining which Goo to use? Click here for the Goo Calculator! About Goo Systems' Screen Goo Goo Systems' Screen Goo products are specially formulated, color corrected, screen coatings in liquid form. They are designed to achieve the highest performance levels possible for a given display situation, and is used by all levels of the video industry: from do-it-yourself home theater aficionados to large scale commercial and industrial clients. Designed for easy application via spraying or rolling, screen goo products can be successfully applied by the novice or professional alike. The Topcoat and Basecoat work together; both are required to create a screen. Topcoat and Basecoat coverage per sq. ft. can vary somewhat, depending on the surface conditions. 1 liter (just slightly more than a US Quart in volume) will typically cover approximately 50 sq. ft. with two thin coats, under ideal conditions on an ideal non-absorptive surface. Starting with a primed white surface is strongly recommended for peak performance.

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