Game Tables

bumper pool table is the pefect option

August 5, 2009

For many people who enjoy billiards, when they think about purchasing their own table, they consider a traditional pool table. However, owning a bumper pool table may have more advantages.

Let’s look at a few reasons why purchasing a bumper pool table might make more sense than buying a traditional pool table. Bumper pool tables are smaller and lighter than traditional tables making them perfect for the person who has limited room. Bumper pool tables provide a quality pool shooting surface. In addition, bumper pool tables are lighter on the pocketbook and range in price from under four hundred dollars to over two thousand dollars. Some bumper pool tables are multi- functional because they can easily be converted to dining or poker tables.

Bumper pool tables have two pockets which are positioned at opposing ends. Each pocket is flanked by two bumpers. Traditionally there are 12 bumpers on a table, but some tables have as many as 14 or 16 bumpers. Bumper pool tables can also be found in the traditional rectangular shape of a rectangular pool table. In the center of a bumper pool table are bumpers that are in a plus shaped formation around the center of the table and spaced so that a ball can just fit past them.

When purchasing a bumper pool table, the type of materials such as the type of wood or veneer used as well as the size of the table will influence the price. Bumper pool tables range in size from 48 to 54 inches. Although bumper pool can be found in stores, a more varied selection can be found online. Consider trying this enjoyable billiards game and you might find yourself in the market for an economical billiards table that will provide you with hours of entertainment and fun.

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