How to Hang a Dartboard: The Step-by-Step Setup Guide
Follow this step-by-step guide to achieve the perfect, regulation-standard steel-tip dartboard setup, suitable for professional and home play. All measurements follow the official World Darts Federation (WDF) specifications.
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Standard Setup Measurements
Refer to the provided diagram and follow the three core measurements to guarantee your setup is accurate to the centimeter.
1 STEP 1: OFFICIAL BOARD HEIGHT
- [A] From Floor to Bullseye Center: 5' 8" (1.73 m)
2 STEP 2: THROWING DISTANCE
From the FRONT FACE OF THE BOARD to OCHE: 7' 9-1/4" (2.37 m)
3 STEP 3: DIAGONAL VERIFICATION
Use the final diagonal check to confirm that the vertical height and horizontal distance are simultaneously correct.
[C] Diagonal Check from Bullseye Center to OCHE: 9' 7-1/2" (2.93 m)
*This measurement should be taken only after the previous two steps are complete to ensure the setup is accurate to official regulations.*
Whether you are practicing for tournament play or enjoying a casual game at home, our dartboards and this setup guide ensure every throw counts.