Time After Time

How do I choose the "right" Pool Table?

For over 25 years, Ed O'Connell, who has a player's passion for the history and game of Pocket Billiards, has been guiding his clients through the process of choosing the right size, color, style, and wood for their pool tables and accessories. He believes that the more informed you are, the better your choice will be. A satisfied customer who has chosen the perfect table for their needs is his ultimate goal.

The first consideration in choosing a pool table is room size. If your table choice is a 4 1/2 x 9 table, your room size should be at least 14 x 18. For a 4 x 8 table, your room size should be at least 13.2 x 16.9.

Secondly, consider the woods that are currently in your billiard room (floors, furniture, etc.). If the room is neutral, you are almost limitless in wood choices. If your woods lean towards the medium to dark (as in mahogany, cherry, walnut, etc.) think of using a lighter color against a darker background and just the reverse if your woods are lighter.

Before you make your final decision, give us a call at Time After Time, and we'll be happy to answer your questions and address your concerns. Although we specialize in antique and custom pool tables, we also carry a unique assortment of pool memorabilia and related antiques.

The Owner of Time After Time, Ed O'Connell is a former tournament player and a noted pool historian. He is featured in the Billiard Encyclopedia and numerous other newspapaer articles as well.