When setting up a golf simulator—whether at home or in a commercial space—one of the most important considerations is how tightly to mount your impact screen. Get it right, and you'll enjoy safe, quiet practice with a quality projected image. Get it wrong, and you could face unwanted bounce back or poor visuals.
The Relationship Between Screen Tension and Bounce Back
Think of a golf impact screen like a trampoline. The tighter it’s stretched, the more it will rebound. If the screen is pulled too taut, it can act like a springboard, causing the ball to fly back towards you. If it’s too loose, you might get sagging and image distortion.
To get the best result, your screen should be tight enough to stay flat, but with enough give to safely absorb ball impact. A small amount of movement helps the ball drop to the floor rather than coming back at you.
Premium Impact Screen: Built for Quality and Performance
Our Premium Impact Screen is made with three separate layers, offering excellent performance across the board. The layered construction helps reduce impact noise, lowers the risk of bounce back, and provides a clean, sharp image for projected simulator play.
It’s an excellent choice for golfers who want a reliable, durable hitting surface that performs well in a range of settings—from garage setups to professional studios.
Need Less Bounce Back? Try Our Impact & Noise Absorbing Screen
For even less rebound, we offer a separate Impact & Noise Absorbing Screen. Designed to sit behind any of our impact screens, this product soaks up additional energy from the ball strike, making it ideal for tight spaces or low-ceiling setups.
It’s fully compatible with all three of our impact screen options and is particularly popular with customers who prioritise safety and minimal noise.
Explore Our Full Range of Impact Screens
- SimSpace Elite Impact Screen
- SimSpace Double-Sided Impact Screen (Noise Absorbing)
- SimSpace Platinum Impact Screen
Complete Setups That Work First Time
If you're looking for a pre-built solution, our Golf Enclosures and Practice Nets with Integrated Impact Screens are carefully designed to provide the correct screen tension and controlled bounce back from the very first shot.
Each setup is designed for safe use, clean visuals, and ease of installation—ideal for golfers who want dependable performance without the guesswork.
Final Tip: Test and Adjust
Once your impact screen is installed, test it with a few shots at different swing speeds. This will help you fine-tune the tension and make sure you’re getting the results you want. A few small adjustments can make a noticeable difference to both bounce back and image quality.
Need help choosing the right setup? Contact us and we’ll be happy to guide you.
