Buying Guides

Round black poker table in a bright living room
Round vs. Oval Poker Table: Which Shape Is Right for You?
Round or oval? The shape of your poker table decides how many people can play and how much room you need. Here is a simple comparison. Read more...
Game room with poker table, wine wall and fireplace
How to Choose a Home Dry Bar for Your Game Room
A dry bar turns a basement or game room into a place people want to hang out. Here is how to pick the right size and style, and what to... Read more...
Large LED dealer poker table in a home game room
Dealer Poker Tables: Do You Need a Dealer Seat at Home?
A dealer poker table gives your home game a real casino feel. Here is what a dealer position is, who needs one, and how much room it takes. Read more...
Oval poker table with pedestal base in a bright room
Folding vs. Pedestal Poker Tables: Which One Should You Buy?
Folding legs or a fixed pedestal base? The right poker table depends on how often you play and where the table will live. Here is a simple comparison. Read more...
Walnut poker table with dining top used as a dining table
Poker Table with a Dining Top: Is a 2-in-1 Table Right for You?
Want a poker table but don't have room for a game table and a dining table? A poker table with a dining top can do both jobs. Here is how... Read more...
Wood foosball table in a bright home game room
Foosball vs. Air Hockey: Which Game Table Is Right for Your Family?
Both are fast, fun and easy to learn. Here's how foosball and air hockey compare on space, power, noise, age and upkeep, so you can pick the right one for... Read more...
LED poker table in a home game room
LED Poker Tables: Are They Worth It for Your Home Game?
LED poker tables look great, but are they right for your home? Here is what the lights do, how they are powered, and what to check before you buy. Read more...
Friends playing cards at a round poker table at home
How to Choose a Poker Table for Your Home
Round or oval? Poker only or 2-in-1 with a dining top? Here's how to pick the right poker table for your players, your room and your budget. Read more...
Friends playing shuffleboard on a long walnut table at home
How Long a Room Do You Need for a Shuffleboard Table?
Shuffleboard tables come in lengths from about 9 to 22 feet. Here's how to pick the right length for your room. Read more...
Family playing on a black pool table with blue cloth in a living room
Slate vs. Non-Slate Pool Tables: What's the Difference?
Slate or non-slate is the biggest decision when you buy a pool table. Here's how they compare on play, weight, price and installation. Read more...
Family playing pool on a light wood pool table in a bright game room
How Much Room Do You Need for a Pool Table?
The table is only part of the story. Here's how much space you need around a 7, 8 or 9 foot pool table, and what to do if your room... Read more...