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You’ve always had space for it, maybe your kids have been asking for it, or maybe it’s always been an option to increase the value of your vacation rental property. Whatever the reason, you’ve decided there’s no better time to be the proud owner of a new pool table.

The idea of buying a table tennis table is exciting. It's the perfect addition to any game room, a great source of family fun, and an excellent investment for vacation rental properties.

It’s no secret that not all pool cues are created equal. Sure, perhaps when you’re just beginning to learn the game of billiards, having one of the best pool cues available isn’t completely necessary, but once you start to get more competitive and skilled at the game, you’ll no doubt want to be bringing a quality cue to the table.

Though the main attraction of your pool room may be the pool table itself, there’s so much more you can add to the space that can elevate the experience it provides for you and your guests.

Some games are so ingrained in popular culture that people never stop to think about how they came to be. Billiards is one of those games.

If you’ve played a fair amount of pool in your life, you’ve likely come across the somewhat odd yet extremely persistent debate over the question: Is pool considered a sport?

Air hockey is a classic game that pretty much everyone has played at some point, but there are some interesting facts about it that only some know.

If you thoroughly research before any major purchase, you want to know everything there is to know before pulling the trigger. Are you considering making a pool table the centerpiece of your game room, or would you rather be able to fold it up and store it when it’s not in use? Are you particular about the playing surface being genuine slate and wool, or are you okay with a slate alternative and polyester? Let’s begin with size.

It might not seem like a big deal, but a dirty pool table can become a problem over time. It looks bad, for one thing — a dirty pool table is not a pretty sight, especially if it's meant to impress guests and entice them into playing a game. Felt is also absorbent, which means if it isn't cleaned regularly, it can become permanently stained or, worse, start to smell.

Unlike traditional shuffleboard, shuffleboard table rules don't include the use of curved sticks, and it doesn't involve opposing players standing at opposite ends of the playing field. Don't worry. If you're unfamiliar with shuffleboard rules or scoring, you will soon be!