Pool and Billiards

Pocket billiards tables, also known as pool tables, are specific to the different kinds of pool games like eight-ball, nine-ball, straight pool and one-pocket.

What's the origin of the pool table?  The pool table derives from croquet.  In the 15th century, the British and French aristocrats decided that bending over outdoors was overrated, and so they modified the game to play on a billiard / pool table.  That's why the playing surface of a pool table is green (to resemble grass).  Louis XI of France ordered the first billiard table in 1470.

Pool tables have evolved into high tech powerhouses since the day King Louis XI received his.  We have an excellent selection of pool tables from which to choose. And shipping directly to your door is fast and easy (unlike poor King Louis's table).  Check out our Pool Table Buyers' Guide. And call us with questions at 1.800-693.6368!