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Are you in the market for a billiards table to add to your game room? If the answer is yes, look no further than our selection at Watson’s. Watson’s is one of the largest retailers in the nation for games and recreation, including billiard and pool tables. We carry a wide array of tables that are perfect for any space at the guaranteed lowest price in the USA. If you're on the hunt for a game room upgrade or a new addition to your basement, you've come to the right pool table store. Get your cue stick out, and prepare for a game today! You can explore our online and in-store selection and have your pool table ready for action in no time.
The pool table is an essential piece of furniture that can complete any game room, and we understand that narrowing down your purchase from so many options can be challenging. Considering many factors like size, color, material, and price, buying the best pool table for your space may feel overwhelming. If that’s the case for you, we’re here to help make choosing the best billiards table for your game space simple.
Pool table size and the material on the top of the table are two of the big decisions to make before purchasing. Choosing from the best name brands might also be challenging, as you need a pool table that will last you years. Fortunately, Watson's has you covered with our informational guide to pool tables.
Always consider whether you have enough space in your entertainment room for a pool table. Those who have played on somebody else's pool table may know what it’s like to play pool on a table where there’s just not enough room. Players struggle to use cue sticks when your pool table is crammed into a tight space. When they try to make their desired shot, they risk damaging a wall and accidentally tapping their ball. Those issues are avoidable when you have the right size pool table for your space.
As a rule of thumb, you'll have enough room for a pool table if you take the table's dimensions and add around 64 inches to each side of the table. A typical cue stick length is 58 inches long, so those extra 6 inches give players enough space to use their cue stick without hitting a wall or another player.
Having the right size pool table for your game room is essential. While a regulation table for tournaments is around nine feet long, smaller tables are built to be roughly six to seven feet in length. Although they are not fully regulation size, these tables are becoming increasingly popular in entertainment rooms. If table size is not a factor stopping you from using your cue stick, there’s no need to stress. Using a smaller pool table to practice shouldn't be an issue if you play with local teams. Other local team pool players are likely using a compact table as well.
After finding the right size table, the next step is to consider the best material for your entertainment space.
Tables that are made from slate provide the highest quality of gameplay. Slate pool tables are built from high-quality stone, so the surface will never warp. Table warp creates an uneven playing surface, which can unintentionally cause the path of moving pool balls to curve. Fortunately, slate pool tables will last for years with virtually zero warp. They are a perfect long-term investment for your game room.
Medium-density fiberboard tables are lightweight but still resist warping. Medium-density fiberboard pool tables are much more affordable compared to slate tables. These pool tables can be easily moved around the entertainment room, making them a great alternative to high-end pool tables.
Pool table pockets can come in different varieties, depending on your purchase. Compact tables typically come with drop pockets, whereas larger tables have an integrated return system for every pocket. A ball return system is excellent for those who play many games consecutively because the balls all go into a single feeding system. Drop pockets can be better for those that like to keep track of who made which ball in each pocket.
At Watson's, we ensure our customers have pool table options from trusted brands at the best price. Our goal is to make sure that you can find the best pool table for your home entertainment space. You can always contact a Watson's expert for additional information on pool tables or stop in-store at one of our locations today. You can also visit our affiliate for indoor pool tables in the Columbus area.
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