We hear so many stories about people getting good deals on an old pool table from a neighbor moving out of town who didn’t want to bother paying the added expenses of transporting this dinosaur to their new home. Here are 3 reasons why this isn’t the right pool table for you.

1. The pool table has not been maintained properly. Chances are, if the “seller” is not willing to take the table with them to their new home, they haven’t used it much in their old home. This means they haven’t cared for it in many years. And just because it hasn’t seen much play, an idle pool table is still susceptible to wear, tear and damage. Idle pool tables are often kept in non-climate-controlled environments like garages or basements. Fluctuations in temperature and humidity can cause wood components to warp or crack, as well as mold or mildew on the felt and wood. The felt can become damp in humid conditions, affecting playability and leading to wear and tear. And in any environment, dust and debris can settle on felt, causing damage if not cleaned.
2. “Free” is not Free. Your neighbors that are moving may give you the table for free, but you will likely have to incur the cost of moving it yourself. Depending on the size of the table and the surface type, an average pool table can weigh between 700 and 1,200 pounds. According to Angi.com, the cost of moving a pool table can range from $375 to $1,500, or as high as $4,000 for large, tournament-quality tables. In addition, a pool table is not a typical piece of furniture that you can move from one place to another. You will need it professionally installed to ensure proper playability, which increases the price tag by another $250 to $600. With these costs, you’re in the market for a brand-new pool table.
3. It might not be a slate pool table. No other surfaces offer the smoothness, consistency and hence, the superior roll of the billiard balls that a slate pool table offers. Even if it’s free, why pay all the moving fees for an inferior playing experience?

We at Legacy Billiards offer top-quality pool tables made from the finest materials and a vast selection of designs for you to choose from to best match the motif of your game room. They are engineered to not only look great but play like a much higher priced pool table. All Legacy Billiards pool tables are made with a slate surface to ensure a lifetime of top performance. Why would you settle for a used pool table when you can have it all?