A correct dartboard setup starts with two measurements: the height from the finished floor to the center of the bullseye, and the horizontal distance from the front face of the board to the throwing line. The bullseye is set at 173 cm (68 inches). The throwing distance depends on the format: 244 cm (96 inches) for electronic soft-tip play under NDA specifications, or 237 cm for standard steel-tip play.
Do not measure the throwing distance from the wall. A cabinet and the board itself project into the room, so the reference point is the playing face of the dartboard.
Key Takeaways
- Measure 173 cm (68 inches) from the finished floor to the center of the bullseye.
- For an electronic soft-tip board, measure 244 cm (96 inches) horizontally from the board face to the front edge of the throwing line.
- For a standard steel-tip bristle board, the corresponding horizontal distance is 237 cm.
- Treat bracket, screw-height, and hole-spacing measurements as model-specific. Use the manual supplied with your exact board.
- Recheck the bullseye after the board is hanging; hardware position is only an intermediate measurement.
Dartboard Height and Distance at a Glance
| Setup | Bullseye height | Horizontal throwing distance | Measure from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electronic soft-tip | 173 cm / 68 in | 244 cm / 96 in | Front face of the target to the front edge of the line |
| Standard steel-tip bristle | 173 cm / 68 in | 237 cm | Front face of the board to the oche |
The electronic measurements are supported by the National Dart Association's dart-machine specifications. The steel-tip measurements are stated by PDC Europe. For a home installation, the instructions for your exact model still control its bracket position, hardware, power requirements, and cabinet clearance.
What You Need Before You Start
Gather the board, its matching manual and mounting components before marking the wall. You will also need a tape measure, a pencil, and an appropriate way to check that the mounting points are level. Any additional tools or wall fixings should match the instructions, the wall construction, and the product being installed.
Do not copy a screw position from another dartboard simply because the playing face looks similar. Rear mounting slots, cabinet depth, hole spacing, and overall dimensions can differ by model.
Step 1: Choose the Installation Location
Start with the throwing lane, not just the empty wall. The location needs enough unobstructed floor space to measure from the board face to the throwing line and to let players throw and retrieve darts without moving around furniture.
For an electronic cabinet, also check:
- whether both cabinet doors can open fully;
- whether the display and controls remain visible;
- whether the supplied power connection can be reached without running a cable across the throwing lane; and
- whether nearby doors, shelves, artwork, or lights interfere with play.
The YIRINATEK mounting illustration used in this guide calls for about 3 m (10 ft) of open floor space in front of the board. That is planning clearance for the illustrated setup, not a substitute for measuring the actual throw line.
Step 2: Mark the Bullseye Height
Measure upward from the finished floor and mark 173 cm (68 inches). This mark represents the center of the bullseye—not the top of the cabinet, the top of the dartboard, the number 20, or the mounting screw.
If a mat, platform, or other permanent playing surface changes the level where the player stands, make the height measurement from that finished playing surface. The goal is to keep the center of the bullseye at the specified height relative to the floor used for play.
Step 3: Translate the Bullseye Mark to the Mounting Points
The wall mark for the bullseye and the marks for the screws are not necessarily in the same place. Use the diagram or dimensions in the matching product manual to locate the bracket, hooks, or rear mounting holes relative to the bullseye.
Example mounting diagram from a YIRINATEK electronic dartboard manual. Confirm that your manual and model match before using its screw measurements.
In the illustrated manual, the two screw marks are 192 cm above the floor and 14 cm apart, and the screw heads remain about 1/2 inch out from the wall so the rear mounting holes can engage. Those numbers locate the hardware for the illustrated product; they are not universal dartboard dimensions.
Step 4: Install the Hardware and Hang the Board
Follow the model manual when selecting mounting points and installing the supplied or specified hardware. Make sure the points are level before hanging the board. If the manual calls for wall studs or a particular mounting arrangement, follow that instruction rather than substituting a visually similar setup.
Align the rear mounting holes or bracket with the installed hardware, lower the board into position, and check that it sits firmly against the wall. For a cabinet model, open and close the doors carefully to confirm that the installed unit remains stable and has sufficient clearance.
Step 5: Verify the Bullseye After Mounting
Measure again from the finished floor to the center of the bullseye. It should be 173 cm (68 inches). This final check matters because small differences in hardware position or the way the cabinet seats on its screws can shift the playing face.
If the bullseye is not at the correct height, adjust the mounting position according to the manual. Do not compensate by changing the throwing line; height and horizontal distance are separate measurements.
Step 6: Mark the Throwing Line from the Board Face
Place the start of the tape measure at the front playing face of the dartboard and measure horizontally along the floor.
- For electronic soft-tip play, mark 244 cm (96 inches).
- For standard steel-tip play, mark 237 cm.
The NDA specifically states that its 96-inch measurement runs from the face of the target to the front edge of the foul line, not to the front of the machine cabinet. That distinction is important for deeper electronic cabinets.
Mark the line so the front edge is the limit closest to the board. A dart mat with a correctly positioned line can make the location easier to see, but the mat should follow the measurement rather than determine it.
Step 7: Finish the Electronic Setup
For an electronic board, follow the matching manual for its adapter, cable routing, startup, and compatible darts. Current YIRINATEK electronic-board manuals in the product knowledge base specify soft-tip darts for the covered models; do not assume steel-tip compatibility.
Keep the power cable outside the throwing and walking path. Before the first game, confirm that the cabinet doors are fully open, the playing face is unobstructed, and the controls can be reached without standing in the lane.
Final Setup Checklist
- The center of the bullseye is 173 cm (68 inches) above the finished floor.
- The throwing line was measured horizontally from the front face of the board.
- The distance matches the format: 244 cm for electronic soft tip or 237 cm for standard steel tip.
- The front edge of the line is the player limit.
- The board is level and sits securely in the model-specific mounting hardware.
- Cabinet doors, displays, controls, and dart storage are unobstructed.
- Electronic-board cables do not cross the throwing lane.
- The installed board and darts match the instructions for the exact model.
Common Dartboard Setup Mistakes
Measuring 173 cm to the top of the board
The 173 cm measurement ends at the center of the bullseye. Measuring to the cabinet edge or number ring places the target at the wrong height.
Measuring the throw line from the wall
The throwing distance begins at the playing face. Measuring from the wall shortens the actual throw when the board or cabinet projects into the room.
Using the same throwing distance for electronic and steel-tip play
The bullseye height is the same in the two cited setups, but the horizontal distances differ: 244 cm for NDA electronic play and 237 cm for the PDC Europe steel-tip setup.
Reusing another model's screw measurements
The playing measurements can remain consistent while the mounting hardware changes. Use the bracket and hole locations in the manual supplied for your board.
Frequently Asked Questions
How high should a dartboard be from the floor?
Measure 173 cm (68 inches) from the finished floor to the center of the bullseye. Do not measure to the top or bottom of the board.
How far should you stand from an electronic dartboard?
Under the NDA electronic-darts specification, the front edge of the throwing line is 244 cm (96 inches) horizontally from the face of the target.
Is the distance the same for a bristle dartboard?
No. PDC Europe's standard steel-tip setup places the oche 237 cm from the front of the dartboard. The bullseye remains 173 cm high.
Can I use the 192 cm screw height and 14 cm spacing shown in the diagram?
Only if the diagram belongs to your exact board or your matching manual repeats those measurements. They describe the mounting holes for the illustrated product, not a universal dartboard mounting pattern.
Should the throwing distance be measured from the wall or the board?
Measure from the front playing face of the dartboard. The NDA explicitly distinguishes the target face from the front of an electronic machine cabinet.
Choose the Board Before Finalizing the Room
If you have not selected a board yet, compare the space, throwing format, cabinet width, and power access before drilling the wall. Browse YIRINATEK's electronic dartboards for soft-tip setups or sisal dartboard cabinets for traditional steel-tip play, then confirm the measurements and mounting method in the matching product manual.
Sources
- National Dart Association: Recommended League Play and Rules Guidebook — accessed September 11, 2026
- PDC Europe: Rules — accessed September 11, 2026
- YIRINATEK electronic dartboard mounting diagram supplied by the owner — reviewed September 11, 2026
-
yirinatek-brand-llm/knowledge/product-families.jsonand matching model manuals — reviewed September 11, 2026
