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    Building in Phases - Impact Screen Recommendations

    I am working on a brand new build for my garage. What I know so far is that I will build a 10' x 10' frame out of either PVC or EMT. In the future, I will have an impact screen with a projector. However for now, I will be starting with just a net and a side TV.

    First, I want to buy a net that can be used today to hit balls, and in the future as a backing for the impact screen. Reading that a lot of people use archery netting as a backing on the impact screen. Question is, if I use archery netting to start, is that sufficient to receive 160mph golf balls on its own?

    Second, when I do add a true impact screen, does anyone have a recommendation on a sub $200 10'x10' screen?

    As a side note - I find researching this information to be very 2003. Today, it's so easy to search on the web for best TV under $400 and get your results. There's such a small market for this info that research is a pain. I wish we had threads in the DIY forums like "best mat under $100", "best mid priced mat", "best overall mat", where people could provide their insight and we could have a ranked list to make the research easier.

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    I bought this heavy net to hit into. Now use it as a baffle to support my impact screen. https://cnwnetting.com/shop-nets/gol...-impact-panel/

    Supertex makes a good impact screen under $200.

    I didn't skimp on the mat after reading guys jack up their wrists & elbows from overuse on thin mats. I went with a CCE and have been very pleased. It helped my ball striking too bc it's not forgiving on fat shots like driving range mats.
    Last edited by brock; 03-15-2017, 04:08 AM.

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    • #3
      When building your screen frame I would NOT use PVC.You will never be able to get the screen tight enough to look good. PVC dries out over time and becomes brittle.

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        Originally posted by 717golfer View Post
        When building your screen frame I would NOT use PVC.You will never be able to get the screen tight enough to look good. PVC dries out over time and becomes brittle.
        I've had a PVC frame for 7 years. My screen looks great, is plenty tight and the PVC has not become brittle. PVC last forever. I don't think they'd create a product to bury or run inside walls that becomes brittle. I do suggest a larger diameter PVC as opposed to a smaller diameter for strength. I use 2 1/2 inch pipe. I would also suggest building a wedge or ramp made of wood covered in carpet to protect the bottom of the frame from golf balls. It will shatter.

        I second the comment on the Country Club Elite Real Feel mat. I am in my third one. They are great! I used a thinner mat prior and my wrists and elbows wear paying for it. My wrists and elbows have never bothered me since I started using the CCE. I'll never use another mat. My only complaint is that they wear a little more quickly under your feet than some other mats, but I've found that frequent mat rotation slows the wear down. My last one lasted about 2 years, and I probably hit 1200 balls a week on it. I rotated it about twice a month. All mats wear though.
        Last edited by tlhammond5; 03-16-2017, 06:25 AM.

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          Originally posted by tlhammond5 View Post

          I've had a PVC frame for 7 years. My screen looks great, is plenty tight and the PVC has not become brittle. PVC last forever. I don't think they'd create a product to bury or run inside walls that becomes brittle. I do suggest a larger diameter PVC as opposed to a smaller diameter for strength. I use 2 1/2 inch pipe. I would also suggest building a wedge or ramp made of wood covered in carpet to protect the bottom of the frame from golf balls. It will shatter.

          I second the comment on the Country Club Elite Real Feel mat. I am in my third one. They are great! I used a thinner mat prior and my wrists and elbows wear paying for it. My wrists and elbows have never bothered me since I started using the CCE. I'll never use another mat. My only complaint is that they wear a little more quickly under your feet than some other mats, but I've found that frequent mat rotation slows the wear down. My last one lasted about 2 years, and I probably hit 1200 balls a week on it. I rotated it about twice a month. All mats wear though.
          So what you're saying is, buy the mat from Costco and then return it for a new one every 6 months?
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            I reference this web site for my statement: http://www.ehow.com/info_8695445_do-...e-brittle.html

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              Hey Mike,

              I went with Carl's premium screen. 18' x 10' piece was around $1100 (I think). I really like the way it turned out. I got the material raw and used tarp clips to mount it.Was very easy to do. It's a thick material that has a tight knit so it will show the image nicely. If you check their website, sometimes they have specials on material that is already cut. I think they had a 10' x 10' finished piece on sale when I was purchasing my screen. Good luck.

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              • Ports
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                Ports commented
                03-16-2017, 07:17 PM
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                Picture of the set up and mounting method?
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              Originally posted by mikestuewe View Post

              So what you're saying is, buy the mat from Costco and then return it for a new one every 6 months?
              Lol... I suppose that's an option.

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                Here it is Ports....
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                • OnInTwo
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                  OnInTwo commented
                  03-17-2017, 02:56 AM
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                  That's a cool-looking set-up, brother!
                • Ports
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                  Ports commented
                  03-21-2017, 01:05 AM
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                  Awesome, I bet the screen tensions better with that shape too. I really like it
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                I 3rd the CCE mat. That is what I'm using. If you concerned about your elbow, wrist and shoulder... I would also suggest using graphite shafts.

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                  Originally posted by Specimen
                  Hey Mike,

                  I went with Carl's premium screen. 18' x 10' piece was around $1100 (I think). I really like the way it turned out. I got the material raw and used tarp clips to mount it.Was very easy to do. It's a thick material that has a tight knit so it will show the image nicely. If you check their website, sometimes they have specials on material that is already cut. I think they had a 10' x 10' finished piece on sale when I was purchasing my screen. Good luck.
                  I bought a supertex and quickly switched to Carl's premium also. It's thick, quiet by comparison, and adding a baffle isn't necessary due to its weight but I did just because I already had it. Image is top notch and they're great to deal with. Ordered on a Thursday and had it that Saturday!

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                  • #12
                    I just can't justify more than 200 on a screen.

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                    • #13
                      When it comes to the impact-screen, are your guys' tight at the bottom, or do they hang loose?

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                      • #14
                        Mine hangs loose. I have the supertex and have had it about a year. Starting to get small holes higher up in the short iron area.
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                        • #15
                          carl's premium is where it's at. Love mine. quiet, seems durable (2 years no holes or problems yet) and inexpensive.

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