Pool Tables
Reviews, buying guides, sizing, and maintenance — everything you need before you buy or care for a pool table.
Best Pool Tables for Small Spaces: Real Options for Tight Rooms (2026)
The best pool tables for small rooms and apartments in 2026. Actual dimensions, room clearance requirements, and which t…
Mar 14, 2026
Top 7 Best Pool Tables Under $1,000 (2026 Reviews)
We compared 23 budget pool tables and picked the 7 best under $1,000 for 2026. The Barrington Springdale ($925) is our #…
Mar 21, 2026
How Much Does a Pool Table Cost? Complete 2026 Price Guide
How much does a pool table cost in 2026? We cover every price range from $300 MDF tables to $5,000+ custom slate tables,…
Mar 24, 2026
Pool Table Sizes: Exact Dimensions for 7ft, 8ft & 9ft Tables
Every pool table size compared with exact measurements, room size requirements, and a quick guide to picking the right t…
Mar 13, 2026
How to Set Up a Pool Table: Step-by-Step Guide for Home Installation
DIY pool table setup guide covering space prep, slate installation, leveling, felt application, and professional vs. DIY…
Mar 12, 2026
Pool Table Felt Guide: How to Choose the Right Cloth for Your Table
Expert guide to pool table cloth: woolen vs. worsted, top brands, installation, maintenance, and when to replace for opt…
Mar 14, 2026
How Heavy is a Slate Pool Table (With Examples)
How heavy is a slate pool table? We list real weights for 1-piece, 2-piece, and 3-piece slate tables by size — with exam…
Mar 13, 2026
How Much Weight Can a Pool Table Hold?
How much weight can a pool table hold? The safe limit is 5-10 lbs for most tables. We break down slate vs. MDF, sitting…
Mar 22, 2026
What Are The Dots on a Pool Table For?
What are the dots on a pool table for? Learn how to use pool table diamonds and sights to aim bank shots and find the pe…
Mar 11, 2026
What is a Slatron Pool Table?
What is a Slatron pool table? We explain what Slatron (plastic-coated particleboard) is, how it plays vs. real slate and…
Mar 24, 2026
Are Mini Pool Tables Worth It? A Complete Guide
Mini pool tables: are they worth it? This complete guide covers sizes, prices, quality, and whether a tabletop table is…
Mar 11, 2026
How Far Does a Pool Table Need to Be Away From the Wall?
How much wall clearance does a pool table need? At least 5 feet with standard cues. Get exact measurements by cue length…
Mar 22, 2026
How Long Do Pool Tables Last?
How long does a pool table last? Slate tables can last a lifetime — MDF much less. We break down lifespan by type, with…
Mar 13, 2026
Do Pool Tables Need to be Climate Controlled?
Do pool tables need climate control? We explain how temperature and humidity affect slate and MDF tables — and what you…
Mar 11, 2026
How Long Does Pool Table Felt Last?
How long does pool table felt last? We cover the lifespan of different cloth types, what wears felt out faster, and when…
Mar 11, 2026
Can You Iron Pool Table Felt?
Can you iron pool table felt? We explain the safe methods for removing wrinkles from cloth, what to avoid, and when to c…
Mar 11, 2026 How Much Does it Cost to Refelt a Pool Table? (2026 Prices)
How much does pool table refelting cost in 2026? Professional refelting runs $200-600 total. We break down cloth grades,…
Mar 22, 2026
How to Clean a Pool Table: It’s Easier Than You Think
How to clean a pool table the right way — step-by-step instructions for brushing felt, cleaning rails, and keeping your…
Mar 14, 2026
Is Pool Table Felt Glued Down?
Is pool table felt glued down or stapled? We explain how felt is attached to a slate table and what's involved in replac…
Mar 11, 2026
How Does a Pool Table Recognize the Cue Ball?
How does a coin-op pool table know which ball is the cue ball? We explain the 3 mechanisms used: size, magnetism, and li…
Mar 14, 2026
How to Move a Pool Table a Few Feet
How to move a pool table a few feet without disassembling it. We explain the safest methods for sliding or rolling a hea…
Mar 11, 2026
Are MDF (Wood) Pool Tables Any Good? The Truth
Are MDF pool tables any good? The honest truth on wood-bed tables: durability, play quality, and whether they're worth b…
Mar 14, 2026
Can You Put a Pool Table on Vinyl Plank Flooring?
Can you put a pool table on vinyl plank flooring? Learn about weight distribution, potential damage, and how to protect…
Mar 11, 2026
Pool Table in the Garage? Here’s What You Need to Know
Putting a pool table in the garage? We cover climate, humidity, leveling, and flooring — everything you need to protect…
Mar 11, 2026
Can You Put a Pool Table in a Mobile Home?
Can you put a pool table in a mobile home? Yes, but size matters. We cover minimum room dimensions, floor weight limits,…
Mar 22, 2026
How Level Does a Pool Table Need to Be?
How level does a pool table really need to be? We explain the acceptable tolerance, how to test it with different tools,…
Mar 24, 2026
How Long Do MDF Pool Tables Last?
How long do MDF pool tables last? We cover realistic lifespan expectations, what shortens it, and how MDF compares to sl…
Mar 24, 2026
Are Pool Tables Too Heavy for the Second Floor?
Worried your pool table is too heavy for the second floor? Learn the weight limits, slate table weights, and what to che…
Mar 14, 2026
Can You Move a Pool Table Without Taking it Apart?
Can you move a pool table without disassembling it? Short answer: only for short distances. We cover the risks, when it'…
Mar 22, 2026
Can You Put a Pool Table in a 12×12 Room?
Is a 12×12 room big enough for a pool table? We run the numbers on cue clearance and table sizes so you don't buy the wr…
Mar 11, 2026
Can You Turn a Pool Table on its Side?
Can you tip a pool table on its side to move or store it? For slate tables, no. We explain why, the exceptions for MDF a…
Mar 22, 2026
How to Tell if a Pool Table is Slate or Wood
How to tell if a pool table has a slate or wood bed — 4 simple tests you can do at home before buying a used pool table.
Mar 14, 2026
Is a 6-Foot Pool Table Too Small?
Is a 6-foot pool table too small? It depends on your goals. We cover who it's right for, how gameplay differs, and wheth…
Mar 22, 2026 Should You Leave Pool Balls on the Table?
Should you leave pool balls on the table when not in use? We explain how resting balls affect felt, slate, and cushions…
Mar 24, 2026
Should You Put a Rug Under a Pool Table?
Should you put a rug under a pool table? We weigh the benefits for floor protection and leveling against the potential d…
Mar 11, 2026
Slate vs. Slatron Pool Table: What's the Difference?
Slate vs. Slatron pool table: what's the difference? We compare durability, weight, cost, and playability so you can dec…
Mar 24, 2026 What's the Best Color for Pool Table Felt?
What's the best color for pool table felt? We cover the most popular cloth colors, visibility, room aesthetics, and whic…
Mar 13, 2026