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By,

Skip Jones 😁

There’s nothing like having your own pool table to enjoy at home where friends and family can come together to play this popular game.

To ensure you get the perfect setup though, you need to have the correct pool table room size to make it all work and give you enough room to entertain.

So, how much space is needed in a room to fit a pool table and what other things have to be considered?

Generally, you’ll need at least a 4ft feet either side of the table in order to make your shots with enough room and depending on the size of your table, there are minimum room dimensions that you should adhere to.

Other things should also be considered when figuring out if a pool table will fit, like the distance between the ceiling and the table, if there are lights or other fixtures in the way, and what size pool  cues are.

Luckily, we can walk you through all of these factors to ensure you get the right fit and end up with enough space to make your pool table the centerpiece of your home as it should be.

Before investing in a pool table, you’ve probably made a decision about where in the house you’re going to set it up.

Pool tables can be pretty sizeable so you’re going to need a lot of room to make it work, but how do you know the exact measurements?

This chart can show you the minimum pool table room dimensions you’ll need for each standard size of the pool table so you can measure up and see if it’ll fit.

This chart only accounts for rooms that are designed with these measurements in mind, so if you have an irregular shaped room or unique space that you want to put it in, you’ll have to consider the difference.

Map out where you plan on putting the pool table and make a marking on the ground to see how much space you’ll have on either side and see if it will work in that area.nsure you get the right fit and end up with enough space to make your pool table the centerpiece of your home as it should be.

Before investing in a pool table, you’ve probably made a decision about where in the house you’re going to set it up.

Pool tables can be pretty sizeable so you’re going to need a lot of room to make it work, but how do you know the exact measurements?

This chart can show you the minimum pool table room dimensions you’ll need for each standard size of the pool table so you can measure up and see if it’ll fit.

This chart only accounts for rooms that are designed with these measurements in mind, so if you have an irregular shaped room or unique space that you want to put it in, you’ll have to consider the difference.

Map out where you plan on putting the pool table and make a marking on the ground to see how much space you’ll have on either side and see if it will work in that area.

The game of pool requires players to move constantly around the table and change their positions regularly.

During each shot, the pool cue is extended back far behind the person which requires a lot of additional room as well as the table itself.

When trying to determine how much space is required by the table and the wall, we look at the length of the cue and the farthest it would need to go back if a shot had to be taken when the ball was sitting right up against the rail.

While most shots will be towards a ball that’s not right up against the rail you won’t always need this much space, but to sure you should aim for around 4.5 feet around all sides of the pool table.

Sometimes you can adapt to your surroundings by using a shorter cue when space is an issue, but it shouldn’t be pushed too far.  

Most larger areas will have enough room for a pool table and if there’s only a minor obstruction in the way you can generally work around it.

Some people find that installing a pool table in their basement can be done even if there’s a pole installed, as the chances of running into just this one obstruction would be rare so it can be forgiven.

 Another imperative thing to consider is the height difference between your pool table and the ceiling, but more importantly, any lights or fixtures that might be above it.

This should also be considered if you’re planning on installing specialty pool table lights above the unit, in which case you’ll want to make sure there’s enough room.

Pool table lighting is a great addition to a pool room because it makes for a better game.

Being able to see the balls and angles clearly without shadows, as the light is fixtured above the table gives you an advantage.

The purpose of these lights is not to illuminate the room, but only the playing surface of the pool table, so they come with their own guidelines.

Guidelines state that lighting should be at least 62-66 inches from the floor to the lighting fixture, and then 32-36 inches from the Pool Table Bed.

Depending on the type of floor the table is set on and if you’re able to make adjustments to the legs of the table, this amount could vary somewhat.

An average player should have the canopy of the light sitting around their nose level for further clarification.

Another point to consider is what type of lighting will be sufficient depending on the size of the pool table.

If you own a standard 7 feet pool table, the best size is a 3 bar light For anything larger, a four-light bar will suffice.

You’ll want to position it over the center of the table so it provides adequate light but not so close that it will interfere with the game.

Finally, the ceiling in the room you plan on putting the pool table also has to be factored in.

A high ceiling can be challenging if you plan on installing lights because they are quite heavy to hang from high distances.

On the contrary, a low ceiling with lights that are closer to the table can cause more glare or shadow on the balls, which will be a detriment to the players.

The best approach is to choose a light with an adjustable chain that has a few feet to work with.

These days there are many types of pool tables in varying degrees of quality that can be purchased for the home.

A basic entry-level pool table of 7 feet can range between $1,000 to $1,200, increasing in price depending on the materials and construction.

The WEIGHT OF A POOL TABLE will need to be considered when buying one and setting it up, and for a standard 8-foot table made of hardwood and slate, these generally weigh around 1,000lbs.

Pool tables made without slate are a lot less, as this material weighs around 450 lbs on its own.

First, remember that POOL TABLES are usually twice as long as they’re wide. This is a ratio that is generally followed to build a great pool table. This “1:2 ratio” is the standard around the world.

Second, the pool tables are measured according to their width. The width is measured from nose to nose from the long cushions. This is where the center pocket is. The nose of the cushion is situated where the balls come into contact with the cushion.

Since different manufacturers use different angles and sizes of cushions, the measurement method remains the same.

There is a little room for error, just one inch though. Hence, you will almost always get the same dimensions when you mention the different standard sizes for pool tables.

For the more professional tables which are used for tournaments, an eighth of an inch is allowed for error.

Thirdly, the height of a professional pool table ranges between 29 ¼ and 31 inches. This is either the actual height of the table or the table bed which houses the balls.

This is the standard height for pool tables around the world.

The four standard sizes of the pool table include:

• The 7-foot pool table, which is also known as the Bar sized table. This is usually found in bars of all sizes around the world. They are also shown in cartoons and films as being in the middle of the bar.
• The 8-foot pool table, which is also known as the Standard Size table.
• The Pro 8-foot pool table, which is known as the Standard 8-foot Antique Size table. The 8-foot pool table dimensions aren’t the same though. However, they still measure out as an 8-foot table
• The 9-foot pool table, which is called Tournament Size. This is, as the name suggests, often used in tournaments. The size is much bigger than that of the 7-foot table and thus provides a larger view of the game. It also presents a much bigger playground for players to compete on.

The measurement of a pool table also includes the slates. It’s paramount that you figure out how to move your table to the room that you want to place it in.

This includes making sure how many slates the table has. A pool table slate is an individual slab which is a 1-piece slate. It can also come as three separate parts like a 3-piece slate.

Pool tables that were made from the 1990s onwards were made from a 3-piece slate. This type of slate is much easier to remove, move and replace. Pool tables from the 60s to the 80s were made from 1 piece slates.

If you’re unsure when the table was manufactured you should check underneath the railing of a side pocket. The 3-piece slate has a separation under the railing and the 1-piece table doesn’t.

However, if you’re unsure of how many slates the table has, then you can remove the felt to view them.

Yes! However, this requires more clarity.

Since bigger tables are good for different tournaments and smaller tables are good for others (such as house or outdoors). Here is what the size of a pool table means in practicality.

Smaller tables are usually chosen for faster games. The smaller size will allow players to take shots more often and proceed faster. You will also be taking shorter shots; hence the game will comparatively be easier than on a large table.

Less distance between the rails also means that you’ll be taking much easier bank shots.

The disadvantage of a smaller table, however, is that there will be overcrowding. Without much space for the balls to move, you won’t have a large enough place to maneuver and play shots.

Larger tables have the advantage of more room. Hence, players will have a larger room to play with and make shots. This is great for different variations of the pool that need room to run around.