kendogg323

Cheers Jon, I have read this but I got a good deal (hopefully!) through eBay on a high quality mat, so hopefully it will last a while. Another question with regards to mounting the mat, the mat has an 18mm pile. What should I attach this to - should I attach it straight on to a wooden board, or would you recommend having a layer of something more forgiving between the mat and wood? From scouring the internet people do different things. Ideally I would be building a 'portable' tee box I can easily set up and pack away when I need. What would you recommend? CK

Hi guys, First post so bear with me! I have been trawling through several threads here and other websites, with the intention of manufacturing a homemade practice area, complete with a mat and hitting net. The main thread I am looking at was: http://thesandtrap.com/t/61277/diy-golf-net-anyone-else-built-one I have ordered my mat and will be able to grab whatever else is needed, e.g. PVC tubing and boards, etc. - my father is pretty handy, so between the 2 of us we will be able to make something pretty easily. I am not keen on spending a fortune on an off-the-shelf net as I would only be playing off 22-25 at absolute best. The only thing I am struggling with, is knowing what type of netting I need to buy? What thickness of weave, what size of mesh, knotted or woven, etc. will I need for it? I would like to be able to drive the ball into it (obviously from short range) so I imagine I will need a fairly small mesh. Does anyone have any tips on what I am looking for? Excuse my ignorance, but are there industry standard sizes and types of nets that could help me? Thanks very much for any help in advance, anything at all will be greatly appreciated! CK