Gray vs White Impact Screens for Golf: What's the Difference?

April 9, 2025

When it comes to choosing the perfect impact screen for your golf simulator setup, one of the most common questions is: "What's the difference between white and gray impact screens?" Whether you're looking to upgrade your setup or are new to the world of golf simulators, understanding the benefits of each type can help you make an informed decision for your specific needs.

White vs Gray Impact Screens: Which is Right for You?

White impact screens are a classic choice, offering bright, clear visuals. The white surface is great for maintaining high levels of brightness, especially in rooms with less ambient light. However, some players find that while the whites are crisp, the image quality can sometimes appear washed out when there’s too much light in the room. This is where gray impact screens come into play.

 

Why do I need a gray impact screen? Gray screens are designed to improve the overall contrast of your simulator’s image. The darker surface absorbs ambient light more efficiently, enhancing the depth of blacks and improving the overall sharpness of the visuals. If you're playing in a brighter room, or you simply want a more vivid display, a gray impact screen display can make all the difference. The gray material reduces the effects of ambient light, keeping your image sharp and vibrant.

SportScreen White Impact Screen with Blackout Screen vs. Gray Impact Screen

Why You Don’t Need a Gray Impact Screen When You Have Our Blackout Screen

If you’re considering upgrading your golf simulator and wondering whether to go with a gray impact screen or stick with the classic white impact screen, we’re here to tell you that you don’t need to choose between the two. At The SportScreen Golf Studio, we’ve been offering a blackout screen combined with our impact screen for years. This setup gives you all the benefits of a gray impact screen, so there's no need to question your SportScreen Golf Studio purchase. Let’s take a closer look at why our product offers everything you need, without the added cost or hassle of a different screen.

Impact Support Membrane/ Blackout Screen

$499.99

Premium Golf Impact Screen

$899.99

Impact Support Membrane/ Blackout Screen

$499.99

Premium Golf Impact Screen

$899.99

The Benefits of a Gray Impact Screen – And How Our Blackout Screen Already Has Them

Improved Contrast:
One of the key reasons many golfers consider a gray impact screen is its ability to improve contrast. The darker surface of a gray screen absorbs more ambient light, which enhances black depth and makes colors more vivid. This results in a sharper, more immersive golfing experience. But here’s the thing: our blackout screen already does this! It absorbs ambient light, supports the white screen, and improves contrast just like a gray impact screen. Your images will be sharper and more vibrant without the need for a separate gray screen.

 

Durable Design:
Durability is a priority for any golf simulator screen. Whether you choose a gray or white impact screen with blackout screen, you want a product that can withstand thousands of hits. That’s exactly what you get with our blackout screen. The blackout screen is built with professional-grade materials and designed to help absorb ball impact from your impact screen to reduce wear, whether you're a casual player or a frequent user.

 

Reduced Washout:
In brightly lit rooms, white screens can suffer from washout, where the images become washed out and hard to see. A gray impact screen can help reduce this, but our blackout screen is specifically designed to minimize this effect. It blocks excess ambient light behind the enclosure, keeping your images vivid and clear, even in rooms with lots of natural or artificial light.

 

Best for Bright Rooms:
If your golf simulator is set up in a room with plenty of light, a gray impact screen might seem like the way to go. But the blackout screen is an excellent solution for these conditions too. It helps improve projection quality in bright rooms, just like a gray screen, but it also provides the added benefit of reducing wear and tear on your impact screen. This added functionality makes it an even more versatile and long-lasting choice.

Why You Don’t Need to Buy a Gray Impact Screen

The good news is that with our blackout screen, you’re already getting all the benefits of a gray impact screen. You don’t need to purchase both—our combined solution gives you enhanced contrast, durability, and reduced washout, plus the added benefit of helping to absorb ambient light and reduce wear on the impact screen itself. This makes it the perfect all-in-one solution for your golf simulator setup.

In Conclusion: The Smart Choice

When it comes to choosing between white vs gray impact screens, the decision ultimately depends on your lighting conditions and personal preference. However, with our blackout screen, you don’t need to worry about choosing. Our solution delivers the same benefits as a gray impact screen—improved contrast, reduced washout, and enhanced projection in bright rooms. 

 

Still unsure which screen is right for you? Don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help you make the best decision for your golf simulator needs!

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