How To Spot Quality

It’s that time of year where game tables become a hot commodity once again.  I would say our biggest seller, other than a pool table, is the infamous air hockey table.  The tricky thing about game tables is that often times it is difficult to spot quality.  Sure, you want a table to look pretty, but if you want your table to last you’ll need to look for more than just aesthetics.  First and foremost you want a good, durable playing surface.  Tables with a smooth, thick surface will allow for your optimal game experience.  The smooth surface will allow the puck to glide easier across the table, while the thick top will provide a more durable table with less chance of warping.  Air distribution is also a very important factor to consider.  A table with air channels will provide the most even distribution of the air through the holes in the surface.  This will help keep the puck from getting stuck in bad spots on the table, allowing it to glide even easier across the surface.  Finally, you want to make sure the structure of the table itself is sturdy enough to sustain hours of vigorous play!  We have plenty of quality options here at Eastgate Pools at many different price points.  Please feel free to stop in and ask for our help in picking out the right table for your family.  We’ll even let you test it out for free!   -Stacey