Correct Table Tennis Dimensions - Be Sure
If you’re thinking of purchasing a table tennis table for either family use or to realize your long time dream of becoming a table tennis champion you should probably be aware that tables come in various sizes. Table tennis dimensions vary greatly because many tables are designed strictly for entertainment use, while others are designed with the professional in mind.
The official dimensions of a table tennis table are 9 feet long, 5 feet wide and 30 inches high. The material used for official competition is masonite, which is a type of hardboard. There are tables made of different, but similar material available on the market. The International Table Tennis Federation only approves of tables made of wood or wood derivatives. It is extremely important to get the table that is right for your household, if the table is meant for family and friends and is geared towards recreation, rather than preparation for competition then you are faced with a variety of choices when it comes to table tennis dimensions. Remember to read up on table tennis rules and regulations before you decide on a table.
There is a table tennis table to suit every requirement, no matter what space restrictions there are in the room. There are even mini table tennis tables which are suitable for home use. These mini tables although not in line with official regulations are especially suited for families with younger children as the small size makes playing on them easier for the younger members of the family. There are also tables that fold up for easier and more space effective storage. Remember to pick a table that suits your table tennis dimensions perfectly. The consumer should take care to purchase these tables from established manufacturers who have earned a reputation for excellence. Some of the more established names in the manufacture of table tennis tables include Donic, Andro, Double Fish and Joola. Each of these manufacturers has website where prospective buyers can see the specifications of their line of table tennis tables.
If the family owns a pool table they also have the choice of purchasing a table tennis conversion top which fits over the top of the pool table in effect allowing the family to access to activities in one room. If the choice is made to purchase a conversion top the consumer is advised to measure the dimensions of the table exactly prior to purchase to ensure the table tennis conversion top matched the dimensions of the pool table as these tops come in many size variations.
Whichever choice in table tennis table is made table tennis provides hours of fun for the entire family. However, care should be taken to purchase the correct accessories for the table. There are a variety of table tennis supplies available for purchase over the Internet, including paddles / blades, balls, nets and even clothing. Once again the same manufacturers that produce the table tennis tables also manufacture all accessories. Be aware that some tables do not come with any accessories like the net or paddles and that these need to be purchased separately which will add to the expense.
No matter the size and table tennis dimensions the sport of table tennis will provide hours of fun for the entire family, from the youngest to the oldest.
