Despite even the most careful care a person will find that at some point their contrast grey projection screens will need to be cleaned.  Cleaning a contrast grey projection screen is not difficult, but it is important for a person to understand the basics of how to safely clean their screen.  Understanding the basics of how to clean the screen will prevent any damage to the screen that can result from cleaning.

A contrast grey projection screen is usually made of a vinyl material with a grey backing.  It is important to clean only the front and simply do a dry wiping of the backing.  This will just aid in preserving the screen life.  These screen are mildew resistant, which means that they can be air dried easily without concern.  The screen should be wiped down with a soapy wash.  Mild soap is best as it contains nothing harsh that can scratch or otherwise
damage the screen.  It is also wise to use a soft rag or sponge to clean the screen.  Using anything harsh can weaken the screen or cause scratches, which will effect the performance of the screen.

As long as contrast grey projection screens are kept stored and not handled too much, cleaning should only need to be done occasionally.  If a person takes the above advice and avoids anything that can be harsh to the screen, they should have no trouble cleaning it.  Cleaning is important to keep images crisp and clear, which is why it is important, but cleaning the wrong way can cause more harm than good.

Contrast grey projection screens offer a unique viewing experience.  They offer the best of both worlds, with the contrast and color of high gain screens, but with the wide viewing angles of a matte screen.  The special screen construction of the contrast grey projection screens is what makes this type of screen so unique.  That is why taking special care of a
contrast grey projection screen is necessary to keep the excellent viewing quality.

The grey backing of a contrast grey projection screen is the key element in the quality of the screen.  This grey backing allows light to project so that colors are vibrant, but the viewing angle is not limited.  This type of screen allows a 180 degree viewing angle with true coloring.

Damage to the screen can occur from scratches, tears or creases.  Any damage could result in an unclear or altered image, making the screen almost worthless.  To keep a contrast grey projection screen in good working order a person should store it when not in use.  These screens are best stored rolled or folded.  Care should be taken to store the screen in a place where there is not a major temperature fluctuation.  While tears, rips or creases are not common with this type of screen, they can happen.

The best bet for screen care is for a person to keep their contrast grey
projection screens stored when not in use. This also helps to cut down on
cleaning the screen, which could also cause damage if not done correctly.
If a person is mindful about storing their screen they should end up getting years of use out of it.

The most popular projection screen choice is a white matte projection
screen.  This screen type is so popular because it is easy to use, durable
and easy to care for.  With just basic care a white matte projection screen
should last for quite some time without a need for repairs or replacement.

White matte projection screens are made of a woven material, usually
fiberglass, that is covered in a protective coating.  This construction
makes these screens very strong.  They are not easily ripped or torn.  They
are also very easy to clean.

No projection screen should be scrubbed with abrasive or harsh cleaning
agents, but white matte projection screens can be cleaned with mild
cleansers.  A white matte projection screen should be wiped down on a
regular basis with a soapy wash.  The recommended soap is dish detergent
because it is gentle and non-abrasive.  A sponge is the best thing to use.
Usually the screen can be wiped down with any heavy stain being blotted.
The screen should not be scrubbed harshly as this can break down the
protective coating.  The screen can be left to air dry or blotted with a
soft cloth.  Matte white projection screen do not mildew, so letting it air
dry is the best method.

White matte projection screens are a great choice for a busy area or an area where there is a lot of dust.  These screens are cleaned easily and do not come with the damage worries of other projection screen types.  White matte projection screens allow a person to focus on using the screen, not worrying about damaging it.