Coleman Furniture

There are several things to look for when shopping for a pool table. First is the cabinet and support system of the pool table. The thickness of the cabinet is very important. A one inch cabinet is the most standard thickness of tables considered to be of top quality. The support system should have two beams running from side to side and at least one beam running the length of the table down the middle. Second but just as important is the thickness of the slate. A one inch slate is recommended for optimum play. That is why a strong cabinet and support system are so important. The slate for an eight foot pool table usually weighs between 450 - 550 pounds. The size of the legs and number of bolts used on each leg are very important. All of the wieght of the table rest on the legs so the bigger and more stable the better. To view tables with these standards click on http://www.colemanfurniture.com/store/PPF/Category_ID/141_1/products.asp