A batting cage is a great addition to any home or commercial gym. It allows for baseball or softball players to practice their swings without having to go to a park or field.
Necessary Materials and Frame Options
Before you can start building your batting cage, you will need to gather a few things. The first thing you need is a frame, which can be made out of metal or wood. Poles will create the mainframe of your batting cage. The options include:
- Galvanized steel posts
- 4×4 wood posts
- PVC pipe-schedule 40
- 3′′ square tubing 14 gauge
Due to their cost-effectiveness and durability, we recommend galvanized steel posts as your top choice. You also need to decide if you want to be able to remove the frame during the winter or leave it up all year.
Installing a Batting Cage
The easiest way of setting up a batting cage is to order a frame kit with all of the pieces and parts and a batting cage net kit. That way there is no design or engineering required, just some space planning and some elbow grease. This type of batting cage is expensive and more permanent, but will last for years and require very little maintenance.
Can You Put a Batting Cage in Your Basement?
It’s important to note that space is a critical factor. If you have a large backyard with some flat space, building a home batting cage is totally possible.
How to Hang a Batting Cage Net in the Basement
For most basements with enough ceiling space, installing a batting cage should not be problematic. There are many different shapes and sizes of batting cages, so select one that fits your needs. While there are plenty of affordable options, it’s crucial to ensure that the batting cage is properly installed by an expert before you start using it.