How to Hang Netting

Netting is hung as a protective barrier in sports. Netting is also hung as a bug barrier and as a decorative feature with a fishnet theme. Hanging the netting is accomplished using a variety of methods. The bolt-and-hook system is a stable option with little need for adjustments or maintenance. The netting is also easy to remove as complicated rope knots are not used. Hanging netting is an easy task for one or two people.

Things You'll Need

  • Netting
  • Pencil
  • Drill
  • Drill bit, 1/4-inch
  • Eye bolts, 1/4-inch
  • Screwdriver
  • Carabiners
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Instructions

    • 1

      Select the top anchor points for the netting. The top-corner positions require a piece of wood or metal for attachment. The corner will also define the top and side edges of the netting.

    • 2

      Mark the two top-corner positions with a pencil. Drill a hole at each position.

    • 3

      Hand-screw a 1/4-inch eye bolt into each of the top-corner holes. Push a screwdriver through the eye bolt hole and tighten the final four turns using leverage from the screwdriver.

    • 4

      Clip a carabiner onto each top corner of the netting. Clip the carabiner onto the eye bolt to secure the netting.

    • 5

      Mark the two bottom-corner positions with a pencil. Install one eye bolt for each bottom corner and attach the bottom of the netting with carabiners.