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I got this question on my email: My husband is dying for a pool table to start a game room. My problem with it is that pool tables are so big, and not worth much else other than playing pool. Any suggestions?? - Kristine

Well, Kristine, I can certainly understand where you are coming from. I’ve always wanted a pool table, but never owned a room big enough to hold one. At any rate, a pool table is arguably the most important item in a game room. That is the single item that will distinguish it from being just another room in the house. However, a nine footer certainly takes up a huge amount of space and isn’t easily modified to be a place to eat, do crafts, or play cards. However, I do have a suggestion.

Pictured is a pool table conversion kit that The Round Table just started carrying. This kit includes a vinyl covered foam insert that sits in the bed of the pool table. Thus, making it flat. Then, a fitted vinyl cover fits over the entire thing to basically turn it into a regular table. Because the top cover is fitted, and everything is covered in vinyl, the pool table is pretty safe from liquid, etc. Now, the one pictured has a Texas Hold’em table top printed on the cover, however, you can get this in solid colors also.

So, go ahead and let him get the pool table. It’s something that the whole family can enjoy, plus, with this new item, it can also be a buffet for your next party! Click here for more information