Build your own backyard, church, youth group, school, camp, or community-event favorite with the 247Garden 9-Square Game PVC Fitting Kit. Designed specifically for DIY 9-Square-in-the-Air game projects, this fitting bundle provides all of the connectors needed to construct a complete 3x3 square overhead game frame using affordable and readily available 3/4-inch Schedule 40 PVC pipe.

This kit includes only the PVC fittings and end caps. PVC pipe, balls, netting, straps, and other accessories are sold separately, allowing you to customize the size and height of your game while keeping shipping costs low.

Whether you're building a permanent setup for a youth center or a portable version for family gatherings, this furniture-grade fitting kit makes assembly simple and economical.

What's Included

• 4 × 247Garden 3/4 in. 3-Way PVC Elbow/Corner Furniture-Grade Fittings

• 8 × 247Garden 3/4 in. 4-Way PVC Elbow + Tee Furniture-Grade Fittings

• 4 × 247Garden 3/4 in. 5-Way PVC Elbow Furniture-Grade Fittings

• 16 × 247Garden 3/4 in. PVC End Caps

Features

Complete Connector Set

Every fitting required to build a standard 9-Square frame is included. Simply add PVC pipe and your preferred netting or boundary material.

Furniture-Grade Appearance

Unlike plumbing fittings that often feature molded markings and rough surfaces, these furniture-grade fittings offer a cleaner appearance that is ideal for recreational structures.

Durable Schedule 40 Construction

Manufactured from durable PVC material designed to fit standard 3/4-inch Schedule 40 PVC pipe available from most home improvement stores.

Lightweight and Portable

The completed frame is lightweight enough for transportation to parks, camps, schools, churches, and community events.

Customizable Design

Modify overall dimensions and game height by adjusting pipe lengths to fit your specific needs.

Indoor or Outdoor Use

Suitable for recreational use in gyms, fellowship halls, playgrounds, backyards, and outdoor gathering spaces.

Typical Applications

• 9-Square-in-the-Air Games

• Youth Group Activities

• Church Events

• School Recess Areas

• Summer Camps

• Team Building Activities

• Backyard Parties

• Community Recreation Programs

Important Note

This kit includes PVC fittings and end caps only.

Not Included:

• PVC Pipe

• Netting

• Balls

• Adhesives

• Anchors

• Straps

• Game Accessories

How to Build a DIY 9-Square Game Frame

One of the biggest advantages of this kit is that the PVC pipe can be purchased locally at a very low cost from hardware stores such as:

• The Home Depot

• Lowe's

• Ace Hardware

• Menards

• Local plumbing suppliers

• Independent hardware stores

Most stores sell 3/4-inch Schedule 40 PVC pipe in 10-foot lengths.

Recommended Finished Size

A common 9-Square game layout consists of:

• 3 squares wide

• 3 squares deep

• Approximately 5 ft × 5 ft per square

This creates an overall frame approximately:

• Width: 15 ft

• Length: 15 ft

• Height: 7–8 ft

You may adjust dimensions to suit your space.

Additional Materials Needed

PVC Pipe

Purchase sixteen (16) pieces of 3/4-inch Schedule 40 PVC pipe, each 10 ft long.

Cut the pipe into the following sections:

Vertical Legs

• 16 pieces @ 8 ft

Top Grid Sections

• 24 pieces @ 5 ft

This creates a 3×3 overhead grid supported by 16 vertical posts.

Understanding the Fittings

3-Way Corner Fittings (4 pcs)

Used at the four outside corners of the top frame.

4-Way Elbow + Tee Fittings (8 pcs)

Used along the outside edges where horizontal members intersect.

5-Way Fittings (4 pcs)

Used at the four interior intersections of the 3×3 grid.

End Caps (16 pcs)

Installed at the bottom of each leg for a clean appearance and to help protect floors.

Assembly Instructions

Step 1 – Build the Top Grid

Lay all top pieces on a flat surface.

Arrange the fittings as follows:

Corner Layout:

3-Way ----- 4-Way ----- 3-Way
| | |
4-Way ----- 5-Way ----- 4-Way
| | |
3-Way ----- 4-Way ----- 3-Way

Expand this pattern into a full 4×4 post layout using all:

• 4 corner fittings

• 8 edge fittings

• 4 center fittings

Connect all fittings using the 24 pieces of 5-foot PVC pipe.

After assembly, the top section forms nine equal squares.

Step 2 – Install the Vertical Posts

Insert one 8-foot pipe into every downward-facing socket.

Total vertical posts:

• 16 legs

The frame will now stand approximately 8 feet tall.

Step 3 – Install End Caps

Attach one PVC end cap to the bottom of each leg.

Benefits include:

• Cleaner appearance

• Reduced floor scuffing

• Improved stability on hard surfaces

Step 4 – Square the Structure

Measure diagonally from corner to corner.

Adjust the frame until both diagonal measurements match.

This helps ensure the structure is square and stable.

Step 5 – Secure for Outdoor Use

For permanent or outdoor installations, consider:

• PVC cement (optional)

• Ground stakes

• Sandbags

• Tent weights

• Rope tie-downs

Portable versions are often left unglued for easier transport and storage.

Step 6 – Add Boundary Netting (Optional)

Many players add:

• Nylon netting

• Paracord

• Rope

• Bungee cord

around the perimeter of each square to create visible game boundaries.

Estimated Material Cost

Typical PVC pipe pricing:

• 3/4 in. x 10 ft PVC Pipe: approximately $3–$6 per stick

For a complete frame:

• 16 pipes × $3–$6 each

• Estimated pipe cost: $48–$96

Combined with this fitting kit, you can build a full-size 9-Square game for a fraction of the cost of commercial systems.

Why Choose the 247Garden 9-Square Game PVC Fitting Kit?

• Complete connector package

• Uses inexpensive locally sourced PVC pipe

• Furniture-grade appearance

• Lightweight and portable

• Easy DIY assembly

• Ideal for churches, schools, camps, and families

• Compatible with standard 3/4-inch Schedule 40 PVC pipe

Build your own custom 9-Square game system and enjoy hours of active fun with a durable, affordable frame made from readily available PVC materials and 247Garden furniture-grade fittings.