Does a foam surround work with electronic dartboards?

Most are sized for 18-inch bristle boards, so electronic boards usually need a backer made to their dimensions.

Will darts stick in the foam?

Steel tip darts generally stick in dense foam, while soft tip darts often bounce off and drop to the floor.

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Foam dartboard wall protector

A practical accessory that safeguards walls from stray darts, making it perfect for busy game rooms or less experienced players.

A foam dartboard wall protector is a ring that sits around the board and catches darts that miss. It suits households with beginners, kids or busy game rooms, where stray throws would otherwise mark drywall or wood panelling.

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Why foam dartboard wall protector make a good gift

Stray darts land in foam instead of leaving holes in the wall.
A practical upgrade for anyone who already owns a board but has no backer.
Lets newer players practise without worrying about every missed throw.

What to look for

Confirm the inner opening fits a standard 18-inch board and the ring covers enough wall.
Check the foam thickness, since thicker rings hold steel tips better than thin sheets.
See whether mounting hardware is included and how it attaches behind the board.

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Printed design surround

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Does a foam surround work with electronic dartboards?: Most are sized for 18-inch bristle boards, so electronic boards usually need a backer made to their dimensions.
Will darts stick in the foam?: Steel tip darts generally stick in dense foam, while soft tip darts often bounce off and drop to the floor.

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