SZX 9ft shuffleboard game table for wholesale

Everything you need to know about shuffleboard tables, including the quality of table materials and how they effect play, how much space you'll need for a shuffleboard table, surface finishes, wax, pucks, and more!

Official size

Shuffleboard tables that are standard size (also known as tournament tables) are 22 feet long and 20 inches broad. The cradle, which is the small region surrounding the playing field, adds inches to these measurements, bringing the total length and width to roughly 23 feet and 31 inches.

Remember that you must provide at least 2 feet of free space around the table for the players to maneuver around, so a regulation-size shuffleboard table will require a room that is at least 26 feet long and 8 feet wide.

Perfect size for your home

It's a little subjective to talk about the "optimal" size for a shuffleboard table. The majority of the time, the discussion is about what table size you can fit in your home rather than which table size you want. A 22-foot-long table is perfect for shuffleboard, but a smaller table can provide a similar sensation and hours of entertainment. After all, having a smaller shuffleboard game table is preferable to having none at all, right?

The following is a list of the most frequent table sizes and their benefits:

. 8-foot shuffleboard table: Generally regarded as the smallest shuffleboard game table capable of providing a playable surface. To be honest, this is only recommended if you don't have the space but still want to play shuffleboard.

. 9-foot shuffleboard table: To begin with, it's a lot easier to clean and maintain than a 22-foot beast. The lower size makes it easier to accommodate multiple tables into a single area and makes the game more approachable to beginners and youngsters. While it is best suited for informal play, it also encourages a more controlled approach to the game.

. 12-foot shuffleboard table: The 12-foot table is ideal for corporations and casual gamers who want to fit multiple tables into a single room. In terms of play, it's similar to a 9-foot table.

. 14-foot shuffleboard table: The 14-foot table sits in the middle of the small and medium shuffleboard tables. It's still tiny enough for casual gamers and beginners, but it's large enough to accommodate a wider range of game styles. Perfect for those who wish to play shuffleboard but have a limited amount of area.

. 16-foot shuffleboard table: 16 feet is a mid-range table that provides a similar experience to a full table while not being utterly foreign to newbies. Overall, if you can spare the extra 2 feet in length, it's a decent upgrade over the 14-foot table.

. 18-foot shuffleboard table: The 18-foot table is a fantastic addition to any leisure area, whether it's at work or home. For a business, the size of the table will appeal to customers who are already interested in the game, since the increased challenge will entice them to return. Meanwhile, as a personal table, the length isn't far off from full size, so the experience is very similar even if you don't have the space.

. 20-foot shuffleboard table: Simply put, after regulation size, this is the second-best option for shuffleboard fans.

. 22-foot shuffleboard table: This is the official size used during tournaments, and it is the regulation size. You're set if you can fit this table in your home!

In a sense, you must also consider the individuals rather than the shuffleboard table. We're talking about elbow room, space for others to sit back and watch, a safe distance away from delicate items like windows or decorations (there's always a player who enjoys wild shots), and the space needed for players to maneuver.

 Customized shuffleboard size

If you have particular space-related difficulties and want a table that meets them to a tee, customizing a table for your area is your best bet. A bespoke shuffleboard table will not only be manufactured in the size you want, but will also include your preferred type of wood, pucks, finishes, and other features.

However, keep in mind that this will make the table significantly more expensive than a standard table constructed in one of the manufacturer's standard sizes.

Narrow spaces

If your home's sole available space is still somewhat tiny, you should probably choose a table in the smaller size range. Even after taking everything into account, an 8 to 12-foot long table will be sufficient to accommodate unless you're a professional or a hardcore shuffleboard player.

Playing field thickness

A shuffleboard table surface board's thickness varies from 1.5 to 3 inches. The latter is the most usual measurement, and it's based on the thickness of the board plus the sealants and surface finishers, so it's a decent rule of thumb to use.

Also, keep in mind that the surface board should not be perfectly flat! The surface of a shuffleboard table should be somewhat concave.

Surface finish details

Shuffleboard tables were traditionally made of tougher timbers and finished with shellac or lacquer. Because the surface materials were put in thin layers, the table needed to be re-coated frequently to keep the wood from being damaged. Furthermore, Early lacquers were discovered to be dangerous.

Conclusion

When it comes to buying shuffleboard (nay, the perfect shuffleboard table), there are so many factors to consider that you may quickly become overwhelmed. If your home's sole available space is still somewhat tiny, you should probably choose a table in the smaller size range. Even after taking everything into account, an 8 to 12-foot long table will be sufficient to accommodate unless you're a professional or a hardcore shuffleboard player. SZX offers wholesale shuffleboard of the highest quality.