Pros and Cons of an Imperial Pool Table

Imperial, which makes hand-crafted pool tables, has been in business since 1966 and produces no more than 200 tables each year. To keep the quality of the tables consistent, Imperial primarily operates as a two-man operation. The tables are sold through direct orders, distributors and online.

Decor and Allegiance Benefits

Made In America.

An advantage of Imperial tables is that they come in 17 models or you can have one made to order, which gives you options for most any dcor. The cloth that covers the playing top is available in many colors in addition to the traditional green seen on most pool tables. Each table is a one-of-a-kind piece, with no assembly-line parts. It is also made in America, whereas many other tables are made in foreign countries or with parts from foreign countries.

Space Concerns

Will it fit in your space?

Imperial tables are offered in only two lengths---7 feet and 8 feet. If you need a table smaller or larger for your space, this could be a drawback. These tables are heavy in comparison to other mass-produced tables, making them permanent fixtures until you decide to get rid of them. It is also harder to push an Imperial table against the wall to make more space for parties and gatherings.

Costly

Costly.

Most well-made products are costly, and Imperial tables are no exception. They can be four times the amount of a production line table.

Solid Construction

Precisely constructed.

Imperial tables are constructed to last with wood normally used to make furniture. They are soundly constructed with every cut of the wood done by hand and every nail pounded in by hand. This leaves little room for imperfection. This is unlike the less expensive mass-produced models that can be loosely put together on an assembly line and can fall apart after a few years.

Level Exactness for Better Play

Exact measurements.

A table made by Imperial offers a professional surface for playing pool that is precise and level. This is an advantage when compared to production line tables that are not constructed with this type of exactness. The felt table top covering is thicker and more tightly woven than those on the economy pool tables, providing a smoother surface for playing the game.

Built as Furniture

Built as a piece of furniture.

An Imperial table is made to look like a piece of furniture for your room, which is an advantage over some of the industrial-looking metal and veneers the less expensive tables are constructed from. You can choose from wood color, leg carvings, themes, metallic accents and veneers. You are buying a piece of art in comparison to just a gaming table.