The Ekranai category holds projector screens for home cinema, classrooms, meeting rooms and presentations. Most of our models come from ELITE SCREENS, with others from AVTEK, MACLEAN and ACER, and the range includes over 100 models in total.
Projector screens generally come as pull-down, electric, fixed-frame or tripod types, so the right choice depends on the room and on how often the screen has to be moved.
How to choose a projector screen
Screen type. A wall or ceiling mounted pull-down screen suits rooms where the projector is used every day. An electric screen lowers with a remote, which makes it convenient in halls and home cinema rooms. If you need the screen in different places, a tripod or portable model is the better option.
Size and format. The diagonal depends on the viewing distance and on the image size the projector can produce from where it sits. The 16:9 format suits films and most modern projectors, while 16:10 or 4:3 are often a better match for presentations and some office projectors. The screen format should match the projector, otherwise you get black bars at the edges or part of the image spills past the screen.
Surface. A matte white fabric with an even reflection works well in rooms that can be darkened. In brighter rooms a grey or ALR surface helps to keep contrast when the lights cannot be turned off. Short-throw projectors need dedicated ALR screens.
Resolution and flatness. A screen has no resolution of its own, so the same model works with Full HD and 4K projectors. A flat, well-tensioned surface does show fine detail better, whereas an uneven fabric can make the picture look distorted.
Screen makers and projector brands
- ELITE SCREENS: a manufacturer focused specifically on projection screens, making pull-down, electric, fixed-frame and tripod models.
- OPTOMA and EPSON: best known as projector makers, so their screens are easy to pair with a projector from the same brand.
- ACER: known for computers, monitors and projectors, with screens complementing its projector offering.
Also in our range: AVTEK, MACLEAN, BLITZWOLF and SPEEDLINK.
Frequently asked questions about projector screens
What size projector screen should I choose?
Choose one that fits on your wall and that the projector can fill from its position. The projector manufacturer states the required distance to the screen in the manual or in an online calculator. In a small room, an oversized screen is tiring to watch because you sit too close.
Do I need a screen if I can project onto a wall?
No, but a screen improves the picture. Walls are often uneven and reflect light inconsistently, while a screen surface is made to keep brightness and colour uniform across the whole area. The difference is most noticeable in a bright room, where an ALR screen preserves contrast.
What is the difference between an electric and a manual screen?
An electric screen is lowered and raised by a motor controlled by a remote or switch, while a manual one is pulled down by hand. Electric models are more convenient for ceiling installations and halls where the screen hangs high. Manual screens are simpler, need no power cable and are often the more affordable option for a small room.
What is an ALR screen and when do I need one?
An ALR screen has a surface that reflects the projector's light towards the viewers while suppressing ambient light from the sides or above. It is worth choosing when the room cannot be properly darkened, such as a living room or meeting room with windows. In a fully dark room, a standard matte white screen is often enough.
