How Much Room to Set Up Pool Table?

Pool tables are popular for family game rooms, though they can require a large amount of space. Space needed is dependent primarily upon the size of the pool table, which may be from 7 to 10 feet long and up to 4 feet wide. The most common table length is 8 feet. The length of pool cues must also be taken into account, as they too, come in multiple sizes. As a general rule, allow at least 4 feet on all sides of the table -- more if the players are using the longest cue size. Does this Spark an idea?

42-Inch Cue

For a 42-inch cue, the smallest size pool cue, the pool table would require a minimum of 11 feet by nearly 15 feet to allow the players ample room to move around and use their cues comfortably.

48-Inch Cue

As expected, the longer pool cue requires more room. For an 8-foot pool table with players using a 48-inch cue, the room should be at least 12 by nearly 16 feet in size.

52-Inch Cue

More space is important as the cue gets longer, as this prevents the player from knocking the back of his cue onto the wall. Players using 52-inch cues require approximately 12 1/2 by nearly 18 feet for proper playing space.

58-Inch Cue

The longest size cue, at 58 inches, requires a minimum space the size of 13 1/2 by approximately 17 feet.