poolipöytä

A poolipöytä, also known as a pool table or billiard table, is a piece of furniture used for playing cue sports. The playing surface is a flat, smooth surface, typically made of slate and covered with felt, usually green in color. The playing area is surrounded by a raised border called a cushion, which is also covered with felt and rebounds the balls.

The standard dimensions of a poolipöytä can vary depending on the game being played, but professional tables often adhere to specific regulations. The table is equipped with six pockets: one at each corner and one in the middle of each long side. These pockets are strategically placed to allow players to sink balls during the game.

Poolipöydät are commonly found in pool halls, bars, homes, and recreational facilities. They are used for a variety of games, including pool (also known as pocket billiards), snooker, and carom billiards. The game is played with cue sticks to strike billiard balls, aiming to achieve specific objectives dictated by the rules of the chosen game. The surface of the table must be perfectly level for fair play.