When you are trying to find the right table tennis table for your house, there are several things regarding the tables dimensions that you’re going to want to keep in mind. Contrary to what you may think the dimensions of your table are not only important in trying to figure out if you have enough space to fit your table in your home, but your going to need to factor in the size of the top as well.
Regulatory bodies of the sport worldwide have several standard dimensions that they recommend, these specifications are used for tables in tournament play. Because of that many of these dimensions are going to be found in recreational ping-pong tables. Even so you’ll still find some tables being sold for use in the home that do not follow the standard specifications.
Because of this you need to know the standard table tennis table dimensions, this is going to help make sure that you don’t get ripped off.
The standard dimensions used in competitive play are 9 feet long and 5 feet wide, and the feet of the table need to be 30 inches off the ground. In your search for a recreational table for use at home, you’ll probably run into some that don’t meet the standard dimensions, but overall most tables are going to follow these guidelines.
As you’re trying to make your decision, keep in mind which room of the house you’re planning to put it in. If it’s going to go in the garage or in the basement, you might want to think about getting a table that’s made out of materials that can withstand moisture.
If it is going in the above-mentioned locations, you might want to consider getting a table designed for outdoor use, or a table that has a coating that is resistant to water, because moisture can warp the materials the table is built out of, significantly reducing the life of your table. But no matter where you’re placing it, it’s very important to ensure that you have enough space for everyone to be able to move around at leisure, serving and returning the ball. Once you’ve determined the dimensions of your table, go ahead and actually measure the room it’s going to go into to be sure that you have enough space.
Now on to the final consideration, the thickness of the top. Ideally you’re going to want to find a top that is 7/8 to 1 inch thick. Many tables being sold for home use might be a bit slimmer than this, but try to find one that’s the recommended thickness as thinner tables will affect the bounce of the ball.