If you want to be the house everyone goes to for game night, you need to have the right furniture to make your house the best place to play games.
When shopping for game tables here are some tips to keep in mind: -Make sure you have the right amount of space.
Depending on the game, there could be a few people trying to be around one table.
Will the game table you are considering allow that? Make sure you think about what kinds of chairs you are going to use as they will also have an impact on this.
You can pack many more thin chairs at a table than you can larger chairs with armrests.
-If you are going to be using chairs you already have at home make sure the tables are high enough for the chairs to fit under them.
If the table is too low, every time someone tries to move at the table their knee will likely hit it and disrupt the game.
For some game tables this doesn't matter because you sit in front of the table instead of pulling your chair up under it.
-When you are selecting game tables, you want one that has variety in games.
Some tables only come with one game.
Others have a top that can be flipped over to play a second game.
Still others have extra game boards that are hidden in the drawers until you are ready to use them.
See how the game boards change out.
They should be relatively simple to switch in and out to play a new game.
There is nothing worse than fidgeting with a tabletop, trying to set up a new game in front of your guests and having to call on them for help to figure it out.
-Storage is important in a game table.
Most tables come with some sort of storage compartment for the game pieces to be placed in.
If you play a lot of games, you may want to check for extra drawers and shelves to put your other games in, so you can keep all of your gaming items together.
-Do the pieces come with the game table? This is a great feature to have in a game table because ones that came with their own game pieces often have pieces that match the table well.
If it doesn't you will have to find all the game pieces and try to find ones that don't clash with the game table's style.
-Make sure to get coasters or drink holders to go with your tables.
It would be a very sad state to see your beautiful new tabletops develop a ring on the surface because someone set their drink down and the condensation sank into the wood.
Game tables can come in any style and are a great way to bring your family or friends together for a little friendly competition.