{"id":188,"date":"2020-08-24T10:04:09","date_gmt":"2020-08-24T14:04:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/site.shuffleboardfederation.com\/blog\/?p=188"},"modified":"2022-03-28T10:30:12","modified_gmt":"2022-03-28T14:30:12","slug":"size-matters-a-measuring-stick-for-choosing-a-shuffleboard-table","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/site.shuffleboardfederation.com\/blog\/index.php\/2020\/08\/24\/size-matters-a-measuring-stick-for-choosing-a-shuffleboard-table\/","title":{"rendered":"Choosing a Shuffleboard Table Size, What Length Is Right For You?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When choosing a Shuffleboard Table size, there are many different lengths to available. Let&#8217;s explore all the options when buying a Shuffleboard Table. We know regulation size is 22 feet, but that may not be the perfect size for everyone. Let\u2019s start by breaking down all the Shuffleboard Table dimensions available at The Shuffleboard Federation.&nbsp;<\/p><!--more--><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shuffleboardfederation.com\/9-foot-shuffleboard-tables.html\">9-foot Shuffleboard Tables<\/a> are compact in size, but provide plenty of room for fun! We recommend 9\u2019 tables to anyone with limited space.&nbsp;<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shuffleboardfederation.com\/12-foot-shuffleboard-tables.html\">12-foot Shuffleboard Tables<\/a> are the perfect size for most homes, small offices, and crowded commercial spaces.&nbsp;<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shuffleboardfederation.com\/14-foot-shuffleboard-tables.html\">14-foot Shuffleboard Tables<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shuffleboardfederation.com\/16-foot-shuffleboard-tables.html\">16-foot Shuffleboard Tables<\/a> are medium-sized tables that fit comfortably in many offices, restaurants, bars, and other spaces.&nbsp;<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shuffleboardfederation.com\/18-foot-shuffleboard-tables.html\">18-foot Shuffleboard Tables<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shuffleboardfederation.com\/20-foot-shuffleboard-tables.html\">20-foot Shuffleboard Tables<\/a> are the next best thing to regulation size. These full-length tables offer maximum enjoyment for most commercial venues.&nbsp;<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shuffleboardfederation.com\/22-foot-shuffleboard-tables.html\">22-foot Shuffleboard Tables<\/a> are also known as regulation size because they are used in official Table Shuffleboard tournaments. If you have enough room for a 22-foot Shuffleboard Table, you\u2019ll be playing like the pros in no time!<\/li><\/ul><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Choosing a Shuffleboard Table Size: Break Out the Measuring Tape<\/strong><\/h2><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Room Size:<\/strong> Whether you\u2019re in a home, office, restaurant, bar, or other commercial space, the room size is the most important factor to consider when choosing a Shuffleboard Table. Is there enough room for the table to fit? Can players move around comfortably? How does the table affect the surrounding furniture? Think about all these questions carefully.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Playing Space: <\/strong>Once you have determined that the Shuffleboard Table can safely be carried and assembled in the room of your choosing, your final goal is to ensure that there is enough playing space. Generally, you need to keep at least two to three feet of distance at each end of the table. This gives players enough room to stand and comfortably shoot their weights\/pucks.<\/li><\/ul><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Setting it Up<\/strong><\/h2><p>Bringing a new Shuffleboard Table into your home or workplace is exciting, but it needs to be set up correctly for everyone to enjoy. We offer nationwide White Glove Installation Service, but if you\u2019re a do-it-yourself type, follow our quick guide below.&nbsp;<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/site.shuffleboardfederation.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Shuffleboard-Federation-Set-Up-Tips-410x1024-1.png?ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"410\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/site.shuffleboardfederation.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Shuffleboard-Federation-Set-Up-Tips-410x1024-1.png?resize=410%2C1024&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Three Tips For Setting Up Your Shuffleboard Table\" class=\"wp-image-236\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/site.shuffleboardfederation.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Shuffleboard-Federation-Set-Up-Tips-410x1024-1.png?w=410&amp;ssl=1 410w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/site.shuffleboardfederation.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Shuffleboard-Federation-Set-Up-Tips-410x1024-1.png?resize=120%2C300&amp;ssl=1 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 410px) 100vw, 410px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Three Tips For Setting Up Your Shuffleboard Table<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><p>Contact us today to learn more!<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When choosing a Shuffleboard Table size, there are many different lengths to available. 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