A surround typically comes in a rubber ring shape that can be easily placed around a steel tip dartboard, with no fixings required as part of the setup.

Most darts surrounds are made from lightweight yet heavy-duty foam or rubber materials and have been specifically designed to catch any darts that may miss the board.

Surround is a collective term for dartboard wall protector, dartboard corkboard or dartboard backboard and is a professional alternative to using a darts backboard.

The main purposes of a dartboard surround are that it offers wall protection and prevents the points of your darts from getting damaged. Adding a surround to your darts setup gives you a layer of protection around your dartboard, which stops any stray darts from ruining your walls. 

A surround will also help to avoid the points of your darts from any damage, as the point will land in the softer material of the surround instead of hitting a hard wall surface and/or the floor.

Another benefit of buying a darts surround is that it will add a more interesting backdrop to your dartboard setup. Darts Corner stocks an unrivalled selection of surrounds in various colours and designs, so you can customise your home setup with a surround that matches your own style. A dartboard with surround will also provide extra stability, keeping the board stable and in place during play.

Darts Corner carries a huge range of dartboard surrounds, including from top brands like Mission, Designa and Unicorn, and in a wide selection of different colours and designs. The main role of a surround is to give the surrounding area of your dartboard protection from stray darts, but it is also perfect for customising your darts setup to match your own style. Our dartboard surrounds range has plenty of options made from heavy-duty materials, offering maximum longevity so you will have a surround that lasts a long time.

Find a darts surround that matches the colour of your walls or for a truly personalised look, why not choose one of our personalised dartboard surrounds? Pick the colour, design and style you want along with the text of your choice to appear across the top and bottom of your customised surround, making it unique to you. Our bespoke personalisation service means you could display your name, darts nickname, or even the name of your darts team or local pub on your chosen surround.

A dartboard surround fits snugly around a steel tip dartboard, meaning the installation process is nice and simple with no tools required. Most surrounds will come in one piece and ready to fit around the outside of your board, whilst there are some surrounds that require fitting together.

A jigsaw dartboard surround is a type of surround that has been split into four identical sized pieces and, when fitted together, makes up a surround that can go around your board. One benefit of a jigsaw surround is if you have a dartboard setup that you do not want out on display, you can take it apart and it is easier to store away than a one-piece surround.

When fitting the surround to your dartboard, make sure to press the surround into the wall, so that it is firmly in place and not loose. This will give you optimal protection and ensure that your board does not move or get knocked out of position during play.

A dartboard surround is a worthwhile addition to any darts setup, whether you are a beginner or a professional player there are many benefits to pairing a surround with your dartboard. A darts surround is the best way to protect your walls from any throwing mishaps, and it can also finish off the look of your darts setup at home or in your local club.

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