Choose a dartboard cabinet or surround by the board it fits and the wall area it occupies when in use. Closed cabinet dimensions do not describe open doors, lighting accessories or the complete throwing setup.
Measure the board and the protection separately
Record the board’s outside diameter and depth, the surround’s opening and outside diameter, and the cabinet’s interior and exterior dimensions. Check the mounting system and whether lighting or scoring accessories project beyond the enclosure. Do not assume a surround fits merely because it is sold beside a familiar brand.
| Component | Measurement to verify |
|---|---|
| Surround | Inner fit, outer coverage and depth |
| Cabinet | Internal board clearance and closed dimensions |
| Doors | Full open span and interference with nearby furniture |
| Lighting | Projection, power route and compatibility with the board mount |
| Mount | Supported wall type, hardware and board-face offset |
Two exact product references
Winmau’s Pro-Line Z 0133 cabinet lists 51 by 60 by 8 centimeters. The Pro Line surround listing gives a 43.6-centimeter inner diameter and 67.5-centimeter outer diameter. Those are different types of measurement. The cabinet’s listed width does not establish its open-door span, and the surround’s outside diameter does not establish that it will catch every missed dart.
Where a measurement is absent, ask for it before purchase. Do not substitute a retailer’s dimensions for a different model or infer the door span by simply doubling the cabinet width.
Protect the room without disrupting the game
Check that open doors do not block a walkway or collide with a light. Keep the board’s bull and throwing line measured from the required reference points after installation. Consider the floor and surrounding wall as well as the immediate ring around the board. Choose a setup that can be used consistently, with accessories stored where they do not enter the throwing lane.
Sources and method
This is a researched decision guide. Product facts were checked against the primary sources below on November 2, 2026. Selection advice and worked examples are editorial reasoning. This guide does not include hands-on testing.
