Monday, October 12, 2009

Get The Perfect Dartboard And Install It Properly

Dartboards are typically made of sisal fiber and a slim metal wire lines every section. The numbers showing the scoring sections in the board is usually made of wire. The dartboard is divided into twenty sections, each with a scoring of one to twenty points, by wires that extend from the small inner circle to the outer circular wire.

1. Hanging Procedure:

A dartboard should be hung in such a manner that the distance, using the center of the bullseye as a point of reference, is five feet and eight inches parallel to the hockey line. Hang the dartboard on a backing, such as a backboard or any type, such as plywood, to prevent occasional wild darts from ruining your wall. Ideally, the backing is twice the size of the board and you could cover it with either felt paper or cloth so that it looks neat. Make sure too, that the backing is secured firmly to the wall and should not sway or vibrate, when hit by darts. The hockey, or the line measurement has to be 7 feet 9.25 inches from the board’s face horizontally to the floor. To obtain a precise measurement, start from the line from the bullseye going down to the floor, measuring 9 feet 7 3/8 inches.

2. Lighting

Install some lighting. Shadows can be created due to poor lighting. Put up a bright light, making sure that it is concentrated and aimed to the board. Place a cover to keep off incoming darts as well as to hold back the light, away from the thrower’s eyes. Your lighting should be set up in a way that it radiates to the entire area of the board, not causing any shadow and not interrupting your throw. The location of the scoreboard should be on either side of the board and not to interfere with the next player’s shot when one is scoring. The scoreboard’s size will be up to you. If you plan on having a lot of people over, a wide scoreboard may be the best choice so you can write challenges aside from the score. There are many kinds of scoreboard available, so choose the one that you are comfortable with. While others prefer the classic blackboard and chalk, you may not, as it does create chalk dust that gets on to your hands and fingers, and you might also be allergic to chalk particles. If you are, there are many alternatives.

3. Scoring:

Traditionally, sections of the dartboard is numbered and colored black and yellow. By hitting one of the large numbered sections, you score according to the value of that section. By hitting the thin outer portion of the board which are red and green, you score a double point, whatever the value of that certain section. Likewise, when you hit the thin inner portion of these sections, halfway between the central circle, colored red or green and the outer wire, your score is triple the points of whatever value that is imbedded in that section. Hitting the bullseye or the inner red area scores fifty points and hitting the green outer ring scores twenty five points. There is no score when you hit outside the outer wire. Any dart that is thrown on the board but does not remain on the board, such as a bouncing dart or a dart that fell after it has been thrown, scores nothing. Some rules, however, allow scoring if a dart hits an obvious scoring section and then drops and is caught before it reaches the ground or floor.

4. Dartboard Types:

Traditional bristled dartboard
Bristles has the function of holding on to the darts so that it cud not fall easily to the surface and puncture it. It naturally heals itself if cleaned and dust is removed.

Magnetic dartboard

A dart with no needle, it uses high energy magnets in making the darts stick to the board. This board is made from rubberized iron to attract magnet. This is a great practice game for kids. Very safe and attractive, as cartoon characters are displayed on the face of the board.

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Wednesday, September 16, 2009

Choices For Family Game Night

Games are an excellent way to entertain your family and friends. Why not after the evening meal pull out a game and spend quality time with your family having an old fashioned game night? During the time spent you can casually find out problems or successes that your family is experiencing. Games encourage communication.

There are various kinds of games to be picked. There are board games like Chess, Checkers, Monopoly or Clue. There are games that are meant to be fun, challenging or serious. There are card games like Cribbage, Whist, Rummy and Hearts. Table games like pool or poker are fun for a tournament set up. Darts are also a great pastime.

A room needs to be set up properly for darts so nobody gets hurt. A traditional dart board should never be set up close to a doorway as someone passing through could get hurt. Also a protective covering needs to be put over the wall to protect it against damage from over shots. If you have small children around you may want to consider a magnetic dart board. This eliminates the worry of a dart sticking into someone.

Chess is one of the oldest board games around, and is definitely very popular and competitive. Hours can be spent trying to strategically outwit your opponent. If you love a challenge and feel the need to empower your decision-making skills and strategic abilities then chess is the game for you. This is a wonderful game for two competitive people to play.

Poker has become increasingly popular with many households purchasing a poker table, setting it up in the garage or games room. Poker tournaments are a great evening pastime.

Cribbage is one of my personal favorite games that I learned in Grade 5 math class and played with my Grandparents often. It is a fantastic game to play with your family where they can hone in on their math skills without realizing it. What an affordable game. All you need is a cribbage board and a deck of cards. It is a game for 2 - 6 players.

Hosting a family game night is an affordable way to entertain your family or friends. You can spend $20.00 a person going to the movies for one evening of entertainment. By comparison if you purchase a game you can have hours and hours of entertainment by playing it over and over.

Carol Lang is a home economist and has written several articles for magazines on the topic of purchasing, home decorating and family entertainment.
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Saturday, August 22, 2009

Magnetic Dart Board

Magnetic dart board designed using the safety first concept and you can enjoy play dart without harm the other or making holes to your wall.As dart board ever made,the new invention has carried dart board to the top interesting game has played.Magnetic dart board safe for children and good way to learn and practice darts.This magnetic dart does not have any sharp end points and wont make holes in the wall if you miss the board.The board measures 40cm or 6 inches across.The back of the board has the facility to be hung up, either on a screw, nail, hook etc.
Each dart has a strong magnet which sticks firmly, and does not slide down the board on impact.If you passionate to play dart, you dont waste your time and energy go to the local pub or you want to practice for championship without of worry harm your kid around,the magnetic dart is your answer.In addition, you also can gathering with your family to play together in weekend.It absolutely game for you and your family.

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