Billiard Table
Buying Guide
8
3
6 Things to Look for When Choosing a Pool Table:
Recommendations
Owning a billiard table is a great entertainment investment. When it comes to the decision on
purchasing a billiard table, it is important to consider the table size, style, construction and
more to ensure you are making a wise decision based on your preference and budget.
Pool Table Size / Suggested Room Size
Tip !
Table Size Playing Surface
7’
Pool
Table
74’’ x 38”
78’’ x 39”
84’’ x 42”
88’’ x 44”
8’
Pool
Table
9’
Pool
Table
7.5’
Pool
Table
Pool Cue
57’’
Table Size Playing Surface
Pool Cue
57’’
Minimum Room Size
( Feet, Inches )
15’ x 12’ ( 180” x 144” )
15’ x 12’ ( 180” x 144” )
16’ x 12’ ( 192” x 144” )
16’ x 12’ ( 192” x 144” )
Make sure to measure the dimensions of the room beforehand. Also consider of the backswing distance during gameplay and any
obstacles that could aect the game, such as furniture, built-ins, or partial walls.
Bed / Playfield
Slate is the professional grade bed material. It is considered the most durable surface with
optimal roll, precise leveling and longevity but also the most expensive.
Particle Board bed surface is suitable for home and recreational use at a more aordable
price with decent ball roll and leveling.
Particle Board SLATEvs
Shorter lifespan Longer Lifespan
Harder to Transport
Faster & Smoother
Ball Roll
Heavier
Expensive
Easier to Transport
Lighter
Decent Ball Roll
Aordable
Longevity
PORTABILITY
BUDGET
WEIGHT
GAMEPLAY
Cloth
Common felt colors on the traditional style table are green and red felt,
provides a vintage look.
Most of the fabric that covers a pool table is made from a blend of wool and synthetic
fabrics such as polyester which provides the maximum durability and playability.
Cushion response is an important fact for playing experience.
K66 cushion is the standard type for American billiard table.
Common top rail materials: Solid wood and MDF depending on your preference and budget.
Rails
Leg Options / Styles
Accessories
Cabinet
The frame provides the foundation support for the playing surface.
The studier of the frame, the better overall durability.
Common types of frame: Solid wood (quality nish, stronger and expensive)
and MDF (mixed wood, denser and aordable).
Common types of nishing: Paint nishing (high-end furniture models)
and Lamination (mid-level models).
The top part of the table where cushions are attached to and the sights are inlayed.
Feature
Specification
Performance
Cost
K-66 K-818
Professional Grade
Consistent Ball Re-Bounce
Higher cost Lower Cost
Accurate Ball Re-Bounce
Legs of the billiard table support the overall weight of the table cabinet and
provide great aesthetics for the entire table.
Common leg options: Solid and hollow with inner support system and metal.
Common leg styles: Traditional, modern and arcade.
Most classic billiard table legs are the traditional style with claw design.
The design of the legs will match according to the overall table style.
Most of the billiard table comes with the essentials:
1-set of 8 ball in 2 ¼-inches
1 triangle rack
2 cue sticks
2 chalks
1 felt brush
Features
BL084Y19003
BLL090_108B
BL096Y19004
1631001
Dimensions
Bed /
Playfield
Legs
Cloth
Cue Length
84” x 44” x 32”
(LWH)
89” x 50” x 31
(LWH)
96” x 54” x 32”
(LWH)
100” x 56” x 31”
(LWH)
57” 57” 57” 57”
18mm Thickness
Particle Board
50% Wool Blend – Burgundy Polyester Blend - Tan 50% Wool Blend - Black 50% Wool Blend - Green
18mm Thickness
Particle Board
25mm Thickness
Particle Board
25mm Thickness
Particle Board
Finish
Bumper
Accessories
Price Range
Lamination Lamination Painting Painting
Solid Modern Legs
Hollow Traditional
Legs with Inner Steel
Support
Hollow Modern Legs
with Steel Support
Solid Claw Legs
K-818
Mid-Range
K-66 K-66 K-66
Inexpensive High-End High-End
1-Set of Billiard Balls
1 Triangle Rack
2 Cue Sticks
2 Chalks
1 Brush
1-Set of Billiard Balls
1 Triangle Rack
2 Cue Sticks
2 Chalks
1 Brush
1-Set of Billiard Balls
1 Triangle Rack
2 Cue Sticks
2 Chalks
1 Brush
1-Set of Billiard Balls
1 Triangle Rack
2 Cue Sticks
2 Chalks
1 Brush