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!
