{"id":177,"date":"2020-06-04T16:59:01","date_gmt":"2020-06-04T20:59:01","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/site.shuffleboardfederation.com\/blog\/?p=177"},"modified":"2021-02-03T10:59:56","modified_gmt":"2021-02-03T15:59:56","slug":"key-considerations-when-choosing-a-shuffleboard-table","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/site.shuffleboardfederation.com\/blog\/index.php\/2020\/06\/04\/key-considerations-when-choosing-a-shuffleboard-table\/","title":{"rendered":"Key Considerations When Choosing a Shuffleboard Table"},"content":{"rendered":"
Once you\u2019ve been exposed to Table Shuffleboard, whether you played for the first time at a friend\u2019s house, a community clubhouse, or neighborhood tavern, it\u2019s only natural to want more of this incredible game in your life. <\/p>
It\u2019s only natural to crave your very own Shuffleboard Table.\u00a0<\/p>
As the go-to source for all things Table Shuffleboard, we know that not all Shuffleboard Tables are created equal, and we\u2019re here to help you make an informed choice. Find the best table for your space and your budget by taking into account all of the following important factors.<\/p>
Size<\/strong><\/h3>
Shuffleboard Tables come in a wide variety of sizes, from 9 feet to 22 feet long (professional size), and choosing the right one for you obviously requires measuring the amount of space you have in your home, office, tavern, or arcade. The size of the Shuffleboard Table itself is only part of the equation; you should allow for at least three feet on either end of the table to be able to play the game comfortably.<\/p>
Materials<\/strong><\/h3>
There\u2019s no skimping when it comes to your Shuffleboard Table\u2019s surface. You want both style and substance, and durability is just as important as smoothness and shine. Stay away from anything synthetic and make sure you go with a Shuffleboard Table that\u2019s built to last with high-quality hardwood.<\/p>
Here are some types of wood commonly used to make the top-rated Shuffleboard Tables.<\/p>
Maple (by far the best material for the playing surface)<\/li>
Birch<\/li>
Oak<\/li>
Mahogany<\/li><\/ul>
It\u2019s also important to note that when it comes to quality, there\u2019s an enormous difference between the craftsmanship you see in American-made Shuffleboard Tables and overseas imports. That\u2019s why, here at The Shuffleboard Federation, we only stock products that were made in the USA! <\/p>
Finish<\/strong><\/h3>
It almost goes without saying: Nothing affects the quality of your game as dramatically as the condition of the playing surface. Your Shuffleboard Table should be three inches thick and coated with a strong, durable polymer finish. A polymer finish makes the surface smooth enough for pucks to slide freely but also protects the Shuffleboard Table from dings, dents, scratches \u2014 or even spilled drinks. Modern polymer finishes last significantly longer than the lacquers that were used to coat Shuffleboard Tables in decades past.<\/p>
Upkeep<\/strong><\/h3>
Speaking of accidents, you never want to invest in a beautifully made Shuffleboard Table without stocking up on essential maintenance supplies. A \u201cstarter kit\u201d for a new Shuffleboard Table owner should include a table cover, wax for the playing surface, as well as cleaner, polish, and silicone spray to keep your Shuffleboard Table looking and performing its best. <\/p>
Next Steps<\/strong><\/h3>
Now that you know exactly what to look for in your new Shuffleboard Table, it\u2019s time to go shopping. But where<\/em>?\u00a0<\/p>
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