Size the enclosure from the room backwards.
Start with the finished room dimensions, then work inward to the screen opening, frame depth, swing clearance and projector geometry. The enclosure should fit the room you actually have, not a nominal kit size on a product page.
Building at home?
Prioritise room fit, safe swing clearance and a screen size that works with your projector position.
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Planning a venue?
Higher-traffic rooms need frame durability, replaceable screen planning and a layout built for repeated use.
Explore commercial options2026 Enclosure Comparison
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| Enclosure | Price | Screen Type | Sizing | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carl's Place DIY Kit | $1,149.95 | Woven Impact Screen | Custom Made to Order | Home builders, first setups |
| Carl's Place Pro Kit | $3,409.95 | Heavy-Duty Impact Screen | Custom Made to Order | Serious golfers, daily use |
| Carl's Place Curved Kit | $4,894.95 | Panoramic Curved Screen | Widescreen Panoramic | Immersive rooms, entertainment |
Entry tierDIY Kit
For a first dedicated bay, custom-sized around a home room.
Explore DIY KitSerious usePro Kit
For dedicated rooms, frequent play, and commercial-ready builds.
Explore Pro Kit
PanoramicCurved Kit
For a wider, more immersive screen experience in a purpose-built room.
Explore Curved KitWhat Makes a Great Golf Simulator Enclosure?
Impact Screen Quality
Material strength and image clarity matter. Look for multi-ply woven screens rated for thousands of hits.
Side Baffles
Foam or fabric side baffles catch errant shots and protect walls, essential for peace of mind at full swing speed.
Room Fit
Custom sizing ensures the enclosure fits your space, measure ceiling height, width, and depth before ordering.
Projected Image Quality
The screen surface directly affects how crisp your simulation looks, woven screens balance impact absorption with brightness.
Assembly
DIY kits arrive with clear instructions. Most setups take 2–4 hours with basic tools and one extra pair of hands.
Commercial vs Home
Commercial-grade frames and screens handle heavier daily use, worth the upgrade for high-traffic rooms.
Entry tier
Carl's Place DIY Kit
Custom sizing, impact screen and a practical route into a dedicated home bay.
$1,149.95
A straightforward choice for a first simulator room. The DIY Kit is custom-sized to the space, includes the key enclosure components, and suits garages and basements where you want a focused hitting bay.
- Best for
- First home build
- Screen
- Woven impact screen
- Sizing
- Made to order
- Install
- DIY setup
Serious use
Carl's Place Pro Kit
A heavier-duty enclosure for dedicated rooms, regular play and higher-use installations.
$3,409.95
Choose the Pro Kit when the room will be used often. Its stronger frame and heavy-duty impact screen suit committed home setups and commercial environments that need a long-term installation.
- Best for
- Dedicated rooms and venues
- Screen
- Heavy-duty impact
- Frame
- Commercial grade
- Sizing
- Made to order
Panoramic
Carl's Place Curved Kit
A panoramic screen format for purpose-built simulator and entertainment rooms.
$4,894.95
The Curved Kit is for buyers who want a wider, more immersive visual experience. It is best suited to larger rooms where the enclosure can become a central part of the space.
- Best for
- Immersive dedicated rooms
- Screen
- Panoramic curved
- Format
- Widescreen impact bay
- Install
- Purpose-built setup
Which Enclosure is Right for You?
You have a garage or spare room
→ Start with the DIY Kit. Custom sizing means it fits the exact space you have, and the included impact screen is ready to project on the same day you finish assembly.
You practice every day
→ Go with the Pro Kit. The commercial-grade frame and heavy-duty screen are engineered for the kind of daily volume that would wear down a lighter enclosure within a year or two.
You want the best visual experience
→ The Curved Kit is the only option here. Peripheral wrap and widescreen format produce an immersion level that a flat screen simply cannot match.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size enclosure do I need for a golf simulator?
A minimum of 10ft wide, 10ft tall, and 15ft deep is recommended for a full driver swing with comfortable follow-through. Carl's Place makes enclosures to your exact room dimensions, so measure your ceiling height, wall width, and available depth before ordering.
What is the difference between a DIY and Pro golf simulator enclosure?
The Carl's Place DIY Kit uses standard frame components and a woven impact screen, great for home builds. The Pro Kit steps up to a heavier commercial-grade frame and thicker impact screen rated for daily use. If you practice every day or have multiple golfers, the Pro is worth the upgrade.
Does an enclosure come with an impact screen?
Yes, all three Carl's Place enclosure kits include an impact screen. The DIY and Pro use woven impact screens; the Curved kit uses a panoramic widescreen. Baffles are also included to catch errant shots.
Can I build a golf simulator enclosure myself?
Yes. Carl's Place enclosures are DIY kits designed for home assembly. Most builds take 2–4 hours with basic tools and a second pair of hands. Detailed instructions are included and the components are designed to go together without specialist skills.
Need Help Choosing?
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