{"id":48876,"date":"2020-10-19T07:23:58","date_gmt":"2020-10-19T06:23:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev.smartersurfaces.com\/blog\/paint-vs-wallcovering-projector-dry-erase\/"},"modified":"2025-06-27T12:37:56","modified_gmt":"2025-06-27T11:37:56","slug":"paint-vs-wallcovering-projector-dry-erase","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/smartersurfaces.com\/blog\/paint-vs-wallcovering-projector-dry-erase\/","title":{"rendered":"Projector Paint V 2-in-1 Wallcovering: Projector &#038; Dry Erase"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-76564\" src=\"https:\/\/smartersurfaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/projector-whiteboard-wallcovering-wall-business-presentation-teamwork.jpg\" alt=\"Projector Paint V 2-in-1 Wallcovering: Projector &#038; Dry Erase\" width=\"1000\" height=\"694\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smartersurfaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/projector-whiteboard-wallcovering-wall-business-presentation-teamwork.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/smartersurfaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/projector-whiteboard-wallcovering-wall-business-presentation-teamwork-300x208.jpg 300w, https:\/\/smartersurfaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/projector-whiteboard-wallcovering-wall-business-presentation-teamwork-768x533.jpg 768w, https:\/\/smartersurfaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/projector-whiteboard-wallcovering-wall-business-presentation-teamwork-800x555.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>So you\u2019ve decided you want a projection wall, now it is time to decide which product you will use. This isn\u2019t always an easy task. <\/p>\n<h2>Differences between Projector Paint and 2-in-1 Wallcovering<\/h2>\n<p>In this post we will be comparing Smart Projector Paint and <a href=\"\/product\/projector-whiteboard-wallpaper\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Smart 2-in-1 Wallcovering: Projector and Dry Erase<\/a> (Projector Whiteboard Wallpaper) in terms of size, application\/removal, cost, functionality and appearance. This will help you decide which of the two products best fits your needs.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Size<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"\/product\/projector-screen-paint\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Smart Projector Paint<\/a> is available in kit sizes of 6.5 sq.m\/ 69 sq.ft and 13 sq.m\/ 139 sq.ft \u00a0The kit size represents how much of an area that the product can cover.<\/li>\n<li>Smart 2-in-1 Wallcovering: Projector and Dry Erase covers an area of 10 sq.m\/ 107 sq.ft per roll. It is possible to use more than one of these products in the same area meaning you can create whatever sized area you wish.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Application of Paint OR Removal of Paint<\/strong><br \/>\nTo add Smart Projector Paint apply 2 coats of paint to a primed surface and then wait to dry. This simple application is often the reason it is viewed as an easier and more cost effective <a href=\"\/blog\/projector-screen-vs-paint\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">alternative to projector screens<\/a>. Smart Projector Paint is a water based coating and is high opacity. This product can be applied by anyone.<\/p>\n<p>You can apply Smart 2-in-1 Wallcovering: Projector &#038; Dry Erase by hanging it vertically, horizontally or even on curved walls. The product is secured to the wall with ready mixed wallcovering adhesive and can be applied to a reasonably smooth surface. Smart 2-in-1 Wallcovering: Projector &#038; Dry Erase should be applied by a professional installer.<\/p>\n<p>In order to remove Smart Projector Paint simply paint over the surface and it will not longer be a projector surface. Smart 2-in-1 Wallcovering: Projector &#038; Dry Erase can be removed in the same manner as any commercial wallpaper.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-76566\" src=\"https:\/\/smartersurfaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/dry-erase-wallcovering-application-office-business-commercial.jpg\" alt=\"Dry erase wallcovering application office business commercial\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smartersurfaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/dry-erase-wallcovering-application-office-business-commercial.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/smartersurfaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/dry-erase-wallcovering-application-office-business-commercial-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/smartersurfaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/dry-erase-wallcovering-application-office-business-commercial-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/smartersurfaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/dry-erase-wallcovering-application-office-business-commercial-800x534.jpg 800w, https:\/\/smartersurfaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/dry-erase-wallcovering-application-office-business-commercial-272x182.jpg 272w, https:\/\/smartersurfaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/dry-erase-wallcovering-application-office-business-commercial-720x480.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Functionality<\/strong><br \/>\nSmart 2-in-1 Wallcovering: Projector and Dry Erase has both projector and dry-erase functionalities. This product <a href=\"\/blog\/tired-of-your-projection-screen-hotspotting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">reduces hot-spotting<\/a> while still maintaining the ability to easily write on and wipe off markers. This means it has the benefits of a projector screen and a high performance and low sheen dry erase surface.<\/p>\n<p>Both Projector Paint and Smart 2-in-1 Wallcovering: Projector &#038; Dry Erase are suitable for presentations, designing, planning and much more.<\/p>\n<p>Smart Projector Paint is suitable to be used with all projectors whereas Smart 2-in-1 Wallcovering: Projector &#038; Dry Erase is suitable to be used with most projectors. Both products are able to be used in 24 hours after application.<\/p>\n<p>Smart Projector Paint allows you to transform any smooth paintable surface into a high performance projector screen.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Appearance<\/strong><br \/>\nSmart Projector Paint is indistinguishable when not in use as it looks like just a standard white wall paint which means it does not detract from the aesthetic of the room. It also has unique reflective qualities.<\/p>\n<p>Smart 2-in-1 Wallcovering: Projector &#038; Dry Erase is applied directly onto the wall so does not stick out like a regular whiteboard and has a low sheen finish. \u00a0Both products are available in white only<\/p>\n<p><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><br \/>\nBoth products are great alternatives to traditional projector screens helping to remove clutter and set-up requirements. Projector Paint is a low cost and high quality product for those looking for a projection surface only however it does not have dry erase functionality.<\/p>\n<p>Smart 2-in-1 Wallcovering: Projector &#038; Dry Erase meanwhile can be used with most projectors and also has the whiteboard functionality.<\/p>\n<p>We hope this post has helped to explain the differences between these two products and help you decide which product better fulfils your needs.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/smartersurfaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/smarter-surfaces-projector-solutions.jpg\" alt=\"Smarter Surfaces projector solutions\" width=\"2000\" height=\"550\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-75576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smartersurfaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/smarter-surfaces-projector-solutions.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/smartersurfaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/smarter-surfaces-projector-solutions-300x83.jpg 300w, https:\/\/smartersurfaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/smarter-surfaces-projector-solutions-1024x282.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/smartersurfaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/smarter-surfaces-projector-solutions-768x211.jpg 768w, https:\/\/smartersurfaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/smarter-surfaces-projector-solutions-1536x422.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/smartersurfaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/smarter-surfaces-projector-solutions-800x220.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Alternatively you can check out our other <a href=\"\/projector-screen-buying-guide-and-comparison-table\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">comparisons of all projector products<\/a>. Learn how their special features can make your surfaces better.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/book-a-video-call\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book a free video consultation today<\/a>. Talk to our our experts we will guide upgrade your wall.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>So you\u2019ve decided you want a projection wall, now it is time to decide which product you will use. This isn\u2019t always an easy task. Differences between Projector Paint and 2-in-1 Wallcovering In this post we will be comparing Smart Projector Paint and Smart 2-in-1 Wallcovering: Projector and Dry Erase (Projector Whiteboard Wallpaper) in terms [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":76564,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[119],"class_list":["post-48876","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog","tag-projector-paint","wpbf-post"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/smartersurfaces.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/48876","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/smartersurfaces.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/smartersurfaces.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/smartersurfaces.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/smartersurfaces.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=48876"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/smartersurfaces.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/48876\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/smartersurfaces.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/76564"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/smartersurfaces.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=48876"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/smartersurfaces.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=48876"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/smartersurfaces.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=48876"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}