1. Measure clear height
Measure beneath the lowest door track, motor, light and beam across the complete swing area.
Garage simulator
Building a golf simulator in a single garage.
A single garage can be an excellent golf room, but the usable dimensions after door tracks, storage and insulation matter more than the estate-agent dimensions.
The order we would plan it
2. Choose the hitting position
Prove driver clearance before deciding where the screen or launch monitor goes.
3. Choose monitor technology
Camera-based systems can suit shallower rooms; radar systems need their specified depth behind and ahead of the ball.
4. Solve containment
Allow screen buffer, side protection and ceiling protection for realistic misses.
5. Treat the garage
Damp, condensation, cold concrete, ventilation and noise can matter as much as the electronics.
6. Add projection last
Only choose projector throw ratio after screen width and lens position are known.
Three sensible single-garage routes
| Route | Best for | Trade-off |
|---|---|---|
| Net + launch monitor | Practice-first, shared garage | No projected course experience |
| Retractable screen + portable monitor | Multipurpose garage | More setup each session |
| Permanent screen + camera monitor | Dedicated garage | Higher room-preparation cost |