What are regulation-size or standard-size pool tables?
Regulation size refers to the ratio of the length relative to the width of a pool table, which is a ratio of 2-to-1. It means that the length of the playing field should be twice its width. Since billiards is a game of geometry and angles, this ratio is important to be able to calculate angles while you play. And yes, Predator 9ft and 7ft length pool tables are compliant with regulations sizes. Playing pool on our tables gives the ultimate experience right in your home.
Can I change the color of the pool table felt?
All of our tables come standard equipped with Arcadia Reserve performance cloth. You can however change the pool table felt color when you get your table installed or refelted. You simply need to order the spare cloth in the color that you would like to match your interior.
What is the height of the APEX tables?
Our 7ft and 9ft pool table height is adjustable with leg levelers and can range from 31 to 33 inches tall.
Do these pool tables meet the requirements to be considered a professional pool table?
Yes, the Predator APEX 9-foot Pro pool table is a professional-sized billiard table. It is the pool table that is the most used in professional competitions worldwide: it is the official table of the World-8-Ball Championship, the World 10-Ball Championship, as well as the Predator Pro Billiard Series pro tournaments. It is tournament tested and no matter the game you play our tables are 100% ready for any professional to practice for tournaments or just have a great game with friends and family.
Is a pool table heavy and will it damage the flooring?
The weight of Predator pool tables varies depending on the size and frame construction. Our 7-foot APEX Premier League edition tables weight around 560 pounds, while our 9-foot APEX Pro pool table weights around 1200 pounds. The legs should not damage the flooring but if you have wood flooring it would be best to add a carpet around the table to protect the floor from balls falling off the table.
What is the difference between drop pockets and a ball return, and which one is equipped on your tables?
A drop pocket table is when the ball drops in the pocket upon pocketing and remains in the pocket until the end of the game. Our 9ft APEX Pro tables are drop pocket. A ball return table has an internal system to return the balls to the racking side of the table. When the ball is pocketed, it travels through the inside of the table and then returns to ball return box where all the balls can easily be collected for the next rack. Our 7ft Apex tables are equipped with a ball return system.
