Understanding the Pros and Cons of Used Shuffleboard Tables

Shuffleboard tables are a game room essential, but they’re definitely an investment piece. These furniture-game tables cost anywhere from a few hundred dollars to thousands of dollars. So, you begin the hunt for a used shuffleboard table that fits your space and your needs. Today, we’re going to look at the pros and cons of buying used shuffleboard tables to help you find the perfect table!

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How to Receive Oversized Shuffleboard Tables

New shuffleboard tables come in all sizes from modest 9’ tables to oversized 22’ tables. For large rooms and open spaces, you want an oversized table. After all, the longer the table, the more challenging the game is! How do you get 22’ shuffleboard table inside your house or business, though? Oversized tables need special care to make sure everything goes according to plan and nobody gets hurt. Today, we’re going to go through the steps of receiving and unloading an oversized shuffleboard table.

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Shuffleboard Space Recommendations

When you’re playing a game of shuffleboard, you need your space. When deciding how to setup your shuffleboard table, you always want to reserve at least 2′ on each side of the table and 3′ at either end where players stand. Cramped areas it difficult to play without being able to maneuver left, right, and around the table to find just the right angle.

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This begs the question: how much space is enough space for a shuffleboard table?

Whenever possible, you want to maximize the space so  people are comfortable. Sure you can cram a regulation size table in a small room but you have to find a balance that allows you the right amount of table with the right amount of space around it as well so you have plenty or room to play.

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Tips on Where to Place a Shuffleboard Table

Knowing where to place and how much room you need for your furniture is a crucial part in maintaining a stylish designed home. Tabletop gamers, for example, must arrange furniture to make their playing space a focus or accessory to a room. If you’re a shuffleboard player, you must carefully plan out the spacing and location of your table to make it aesthetically pleasing yet practical so you have enough room for normal game play.

How Big Are Shuffleboard Tables?

The average shuffleboard table is generally between 16 and 20 inches wide, allowing players to stand comfortably at each end. As for length, the table can range from between 9 to 22 feet in length. Not to mention the additional room needed for players to stand on the ends and walk around the table.
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Shuffleboard Table Care and Maintenance

Being a responsible shuffleboard owner means knowing how to care for your table. For many, a shuffleboard table is an investment and we believe this investment should be protected. Recently, we received an email with questions about proper shuffleboard table and care, maintenance, and cleaning instructions. This is a great topic that everyone needs to know about.

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Helpful Shuffleboard Organizations to Help You Get Involved

In this article you will find several great resources that will help you get involved and stay in tune with the shuffleboard community. There are many other small groups as well as small pubs and taverns that have shuffleboard tables. We’ll list these resources at the bottom of the page so you can find a spot to play if you don’t have your own table (get one!). Here are some of the main shuffleboard organizations that you should get familiar with.

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Shuffleboard Terminology for Dummies

Shuffleboard is hip right now, so it’s time to get in-the-know on the lingo. For a beginner, or even a seasoned veteran, it can be hard catching up on all the latest terms and phrases. Stand around a shuffleboard table long enough and you’ll hear things like cross guard, carom, and go around. Scroll below to find a complete list of beginner and advanced level Shuffleboard Terminology.

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How to Adjust Shuffleboard Climatic Adjusters

Shuffleboard climatic adjusters maintain the correct shape of your table for optimal playing experience. A well-made shuffleboard table should have a slight concave. Climatic adjusters are installed to ensure that weights do not fall off the side of the board and into the gutter.

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This post was made to teach you how to adjust shuffleboard climatic adjusters.

What are Shuffleboard Climatic Adjusters?

Due to changes in temperature and humidity levels, shuffleboard tables must be adjusted using climatic adjusters. Some boards come with them but you can also purchase climatic adjusters separately. Depending on the size of your shuffleboard table, you can expect to find anywhere between 4-6 climatic adjusters beneath your table. As you can imagine, a misaligned board can dramatically affect game speed and accuracy.

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San Francisco’s Shuffleboard Renaissance

San Francisco has become the location of a storm that is brewing in the midst of a lively urban social scene. Many residents and Bar-goers may become familiar with long 22 foot waxed tables we call shuffleboards in the coming months as many enthusiasts have remarked that the time is right.

Although the shuffleboard has been most popular in Texas and Oklahoma, many are confident that the tides are beginning to turn with organized events like Heineken’s traveling shuffleboard tournament. This year, organizers brought the fun and games to several sold out bars in the city of Atlanta to a surprising turn out.

History of Shuffleboard

Shuffleboard became popular in the early 1940’s but interest began to wane in the 90’s. Yet and still, this short lived movement was able to raise a powerful and dedicated following of players who would attest to the games attraction. Fast forward to the new millennium, an aging generation of experienced shuffleboard players have noted the dire need of skilled players who are in their youth. Enter San Francisco’s Shuffleboard Renaissance.

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4 Ways Shuffleboard Tables Increase Workplace Productivity

Creating a positive and energizing workplace environment can prove to be the difference between success and mediocrity. Imagine entering the office with talented individuals who undoubtedly have the knowledge and skills that the company needs. But there’s one thing that’s missing. A team atmosphere that induces an infectious camaraderie amongst coworkers; bosses and employees alike. Along with the Team Building, here are 4 Ways Shuffleboard Tables Increase Workplace Productivity!

1. Building Rapport

Sitting at the desk that you have inevitably learned to call home, the day to day activities of work can become so filled that you may not even have the chance to truly engage and connect with your partners. Building a deeper understanding with work associates will benefit the company because coworkers will have a vested interest in helping others around them to succeed and attain both company and individual goals.
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