In the unlikely event of any minor issues, our efficient Customer Services team won't rest until you are entirely satisfied. ft is the standard pool table size for tournaments (7' x 3.5'). It is also the most common size in pubs and bars. The pool table is only one element that defines how big of a room you need for a pool table. Now that we know what size a pool table is, we can take a look at the second element defining the room size needed: the cue. Add the total playfield width (82cm) to the double cue length measurement (290cm) to create a final figure (372cm). This is the total minimum room width you need.

Ideally, we’d recommend that you have five feet of cueing room all around the playing surface of your table. This will allow you to play with a 57-inch cue without bumping the walls. Typical Pool Table Dimensions

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Repeat the exercise with the playfield length (again, measuring from cushion to cushion). In our case the playfield length is 160cm, so when added to the 290cm combined cue measurement, this gives you a length of 450cm.

Follow the steps below to accurately calculate the minimum room size you need for your table and cue. Buying a pool table is similar to buying a dining room table - especially if you're considering one of our pool dining tables. However, one of the key differences is that not only do you need space to fit the table itself, but you need to consider having additional space surrounding the table which can vary depending on your choice of cue size. Pool tables need to have enough space around them to allow for players to cue shots from any angle, ideally with a full-size 57-inch cue. This guide will help you to decide what table and cue size is practical for your room. In general, every pool game can be played on every pool table. Nevertheless, there are differences between pool table sizes and types, which might make your own private pool experience even better. So what size is a pool table?The length of the pool cues you want to use will dictate the space you have available for a table. Many British pool tables are supplied with medium length cues, measuring 48 inches in length. These are long enough for adult players to use, but taller players might want to opt for a full-size 57-inch cue. Shorter people and children will be fine with the 48-inch cues. Your height does affect the size of the cue you should use, as taller people tend to have a longer reach. Cueing Space The cue is your most crucial billiard equipment. It connects you as the player to the balls on the table. Therefore, you will want to choose the perfect cue to allow you to bring your A-game to the table. English cues are traditionally made from ash wood and have a 9 mm tip, narrower than the American 13 mm tip cues made from maple wood. Your final results are the minimum room dimensions you'll need to play your chosen table with your chosen cue.

Allow for 2.5ft minimum at each end of the shuffleboard table to allow room for the players. Please see recommended spacing for 18ft and 22ft tables - the most common choices for commercial spaces. ft pool tables (8' x 4') were introduced for TV tournament finals only because the visibility is better for viewers.

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inches: a perfect compromise size, playable for adults as well as older children. Also an interesting alternative for tight spaces. The UK game room retailer Home Leisure Direct has a beautiful video outlining the differences between English and American pool tables and the required room dimensions.

You can see how to measure the table and cue below, and how to calculate the minimum room size you need. This shows how to measure the room width needed to install a typical British 6ft table.There are two types of pool tables: the English one is predominantly in use in the UK, while the American one is played everywhere else in the world: We have outlined our recommendations for the space you might need depending on the size of pool table and the size of cue. These are estimates and all of our pool tables will have a more accurate table size in their listing if you'd like to be more precise.