Projector Screen Paint - Polar Silver with 2.6 Gain-HD 1080P, 3D Capable and 4K Ready-Gallon
Item #: POS-G00POLAR
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Paint On Screen · Project planning
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Measure the surface you will paint.
Use the finished-system area from the current label or technical data sheet, including its required coats. Do not enter a single-coat rate for a multi-coat system.
Estimate flat-screen brightness
A planning estimate, not a measurement of ambient-light rejection or viewing uniformity.
Compare purpose before comparing gain.
A higher gain number is not a universal quality score. Consider projector angle, image area, room light and where people will view the image.
| Coating / finish | Intended use | Gain | What to consider |
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Gains apply to the listed coating and application. Gain is not applicable to room treatments or chroma-key backgrounds. FLOOR has no published numerical gain. View each coating for its specifications.
Before you paint
Specifications & application support
Use the current product-specific instructions when they differ from general wall-paint guidance.
Have your product name and batch number ready when requesting instructions.
Try the finish in your own space.
Ask about sample options and tell us your projector, lighting, surface and viewing positions. Sample availability and the right preparation depend on the coating.
Ask about a sample or project review →Plan the preparation, too.
Choose preparation and tools after reviewing the coating and substrate.
Paint planning questions
Does paint remove the need to control room light?
No. Light reaching the surface can reduce image contrast. Review the light direction, projector placement and viewing positions together.
Does more gain always mean a better picture?
No. Gain describes reflected brightness in a specified geometry. Uniformity and off-axis appearance matter too, especially for moving audiences and blended images.
Does the coverage estimate include the required coats?
The standard wall-paint estimate uses finished two-coat coverage. Specialty systems require their own confirmed rate. Preparation, application and waste can change the amount needed.
When can I use the surface?
Dry to touch, ready to recoat and ready for service are different stages. Follow the current product documents for your conditions; projection floors also have traffic requirements.
Overview
Polar Silver
A high-gain, non-depolarizing silver coating for polarized 3D projection — high extinction, superior clarity and 4K-ready smooth coating technology.
Built for Polarized 3D
Paint On Screen Polar Silver is designed for polarized projection only.
Engineered for passive and active 3D systems and able to shine in a well-lit area, this coating delivers high-gain superior clarity with 4K-ready smooth coating technology.
It is high extinction and non-depolarizing, preserving the polarization that passive 3D systems rely on, with a 2.6 gain and a 90-degree viewing angle.
Key Features
No Fixed Screen Size. No Fixed Aspect Ratio.
One of the biggest advantages of a painted projection screen is freedom from predetermined screen dimensions.
Create the projection surface that fits your room instead of designing your room around the screen.
Create 4:3, 16:9, 1.78:1, 1.85:1, 2.35:1 CinemaScope or other custom formats. Paint only the desired image area and add a border, or coat a larger section of wall for a clean borderless installation.
Polarization-Preserving Performance
Passive 3D systems depend on a screen surface that maintains the polarization of projected light. A conventional white or grey screen depolarizes light and causes crosstalk.
Polar Silver is a non-depolarizing, high-extinction coating designed to keep left- and right-eye images separated for clean 3D.
Its 2.6 gain helps offset the light loss of 3D systems and lets the image shine in a well-lit area.
Made for Polarized 3D Projection
Residential
Dedicated 3D home theaters and enthusiast screening rooms using polarized 3D projection systems.
Commercial
3D cinemas, theme park attractions, simulation and training environments, museums, planetariums and exhibition theaters using polarized 3D.
Why Choose a Painted Projection Screen?
A permanently painted projection surface remains rigid and flat.
Unlike a retractable screen, there is no flexible material that can develop waves, wrinkles or changes in tension over time.
If the screen becomes permanently marked, scratched or damaged, the projection area can simply be recoated rather than replacing an entire screen assembly.
Precision Spray Application
Polar Silver is designed for HVLP spray application onto a clean, properly prepared surface.
For the sharpest projected image, the underlying surface should be as smooth and defect-free as possible.
Recommended Application
Precious-metal and specialty coatings are built up in multiple very thin layers rather than one or two heavy coats.
The smoother and more uniform the primed surface, the more uniform the finished projection surface will be.
For best results, apply when the ambient temperature is above 50°F (10°C), relative humidity is 85% or less and the moisture content of the screen surface is below 15%.
HVLP Spray Application
Polar Silver is a specialty coating applied with an HVLP spray system using minimal fluid flow.
Spray Tip: 1–2 mm HVLP
Pressure: Approximately 35 PSI (±10 PSI)
Coats: 4–8 very light passes
Finished Dry Thickness: Approximately 3–4 mils
Each pass should be barely noticeable — the coating should never look wet, runny or saggy. Slowly build up the layers until the surface is evenly coated and the background is no longer visible.
Spray Setup & Technique
Remove any water from the air compressor and use an inline desiccant filter so moisture cannot reach the coating.
Mix the coating thoroughly with a paddle and drill — shaking alone is not enough — then strain it through a 100-mesh or finer strainer.
Apply only one light pass per coat and allow at least 5 minutes between passes, or until the surface appears dry with a matte look.
Always apply a white primer before spraying the screen coating.
Surface Preparation
Paint On Screen can be applied to many smooth surfaces, but the quality of the underlying surface directly affects the quality of the projected image.
The smoother and more uniform the finished surface, the sharper the projected image can appear.
Easy Maintenance
Polar Silver creates a permanent projection surface that can be wiped clean when necessary.
If the screen becomes permanently marked, scratched or scuffed, the affected area can be recoated to restore the projection surface. This makes a painted screen particularly useful in high-traffic residential, educational and commercial environments.
Product Specifications
| Product | Polar Silver |
| Manufacturer | Paint On Screen |
| Manufacturer Part Number | G00POLAR |
| Size | 1 US Gallon / approximately 3.7–3.78 Liters |
| Gain | 2.6 |
| Resolution | HD 1080p, 4K Ready |
| 3D Capable | Polarized Projection Only |
| Viewing Angle | 90° |
| Color | Silver |
| Application | Spray Only |
| Coverage | Approximately 170 sq. ft. per gallon |
| Approx. Maximum Screen Size | Up to 240" diagonal depending on aspect ratio and application |
| Polarization | High extinction, non-depolarizing |
| Water Soluble | Yes |
Clean, Bright Polarized 3D
For polarized 3D theaters, attractions and simulators, Paint On Screen Polar Silver combines the simplicity of paint with a high-gain, non-depolarizing silver surface — in any screen size your project requires.
Downloads & Resources
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Specs
Item #: POS-G00POLAR
Manufacturer Part #: G00POLAR
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