Ready to buy a new pool table but not sure what size to get?
Check out our tips for choosing the best size pool table to fit
comfortably in your game room. First we will go over the standard table
sizes and standard cue sizes and go from there...
Table sizes are all measured by the playing surface (across the shorter
side of the table from the cloth covered nose of the cushion rubber to
the opposite cushion rubber nose) See diagram on http://www.gameroompimps.com/replacementfelts.htm.
The Standard Pool Table Sizes are:
- 7 Feet - 39" x 78" Playing Surface
- 8 Feet - 44" x 88" Playing Surface
- 8 Feet Oversized - 46" x 92" Playing Surface
- 9 Feet - 50" x 100" Playing Surface
The 7 foot tables are usually the size tables you find in bars or
coin-op pool halls. The larger the table, the bigger the challenge. Most
people prefer the 8 foot size because it is just the perfect level of
challenge for casual players. Serious players often prefer the 9 foot
size, though they usually have to go for the smaller 8 foot table due to
room size constraints.
Speaking of which...there is something that you may or may not know
about those room size charts you see all over the internet. They often
underestimate the amount of space you need to play pool comfortably and
properly. First you have to consider the size of your pool cue. Let's
say you went for the smaller standard 52" cue. You need to allow for not
only the length of the cue, but also at least 4 inches for stroke. So
with a 52" cue plus 4" for stroke on each side of the table, you will
need a minimum of 112" around your table for optimal play. For an 8 foot
table that has a 44" x 88" playing field, your room should ideally be 13
feet wide by 17 feet long.
If you are really really close to that size, but a tad smaller, you may
be able to get the 8 foot table as long as you purchase shorter cues.
Cues do come in a 48" size that will decrease the area needed around to
table by as much as 2 feet. Doesn't sound like much, but 2 feet can make
all the difference in the world.
If you have any questions or need some advice on choosing the right pool
cue for you, just ask a pimp!
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