Billiard Table Buying Guide
A billiard table is a big purchase. The right table depends on your room, the game you play and your budget. This guide explains the most important points, so you can choose with confidence.
How to Choose the Right Table
A few points decide if a table is right for you. These are the most important.
Size and Room Fit
The table must fit your room, and you also need space to use the cue on every side. Most homes choose a 7 ft or 8 ft pool table. The 9 ft pool table is the size for professional play. Measure your room before you choose a table. Our [size guide] shows the minimum room size for every table.
Home or Commercial Use?
Some tables are made for homes. Others are made for bars, clubs and leagues. A commercial table must be strong enough for many hours of play every day. Some commercial tables have a coin system. A home table often has a special finish, so it looks good in your room. Do you need a table for a club or a business? Contact us for a commercial quote. Do you need a table for your home? Our Billiard Tables collection shows all home tables.
Cloth and Cushions
The cloth controls the speed of the balls. A worsted cloth is smooth and fast. It plays the same way across the whole table. The cushions control how the balls come back off the rail. Good cushions give the same rebound every time. You can choose the cloth colour to match your room.
Slate and Frame
The best tables have a slate playing surface on a strong, stable frame. Slate is heavy, flat and hard. It gives a true roll on every shot. A strong frame keeps the slate level for many years. For serious play, always choose a slate table.
What's In This Guide
This guide answers the first questions that most table buyers ask.
