Guidance needed to build projector screen

[sjtgeray]

My projector died so bought a replacement and mounted it to the same joist in the ceiling. However this one doesn't have any form of zoom so the screen size is determined by how close/far the projector is from the screen.

On a positive note, I now have a bigger picture than before, though too big for the pull down projector screen. No worries as I wanted a wider one anyway. Now the challenge come's in. The wall is 1m91 across, and because of the roofline it can't be any bigger. The projected screen in 1m88 and It appears that buying a ready made screen that width isn't possible, so was gonna make one.
Just looking for any guidance from fellow PH'ers re material to use/where to get it, and whether there are benefits to using a frame, or edging with the black material i see some use. Additional challenge is that it has to be moveable (either roll up or physically remove from wall) as there is an access door behind that occasionally is needed.

Worth noting that the room has fairly low end kit (surround and projector) so it's not gotta be perfect , just good enough for the odd family movie.....cheers

[sjtgeray]

Thanks for that...I'm up for giving it a go !

[sjtgeray]

Sadly the wall has a louvred half height door smack in the middle....so a screen (that can be moved if needed) is about the only option in this case

[sjtgeray]

Hi Vex
Probably need the door about 12-15 times a year so a frame that could be lifted off would work.
Guessing there are companies who could make one in the size I need, but cash is short so will try the DIY route.
Best I go find some of this filmex material and go from there