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Shuffleboard Table Buying Guide

Here is all the information you need to know about what to look for in a shuffleboard table, and why buying an American-made table in the USA is superior to imported tables. How to know what to look for in a shuffleboard table, learn about different hardwoods, and the difference between American-made tables and imported tables. We have some consumer guides that compare direct-to-consumer marketing with multi-tier distribution models.

Craftsmanship Handcrafted Wood Chisel work on rock Ola Leg

Craftsmanship in an Age of Automation

In an increasingly automated world, handcrafted products and genuine human experiences are becoming more valuable than ever. McClure Tables explores craftsmanship, transparency, and the enduring...

Todd McClure
Shuffleboard Vs Pool Tables Compare

Shuffleboard vs Pool Tables: Comparing Space, Skill Level, and Game Room Fit

Pool tables have long been a centerpiece of game rooms, but many homeowners also consider shuffleboard tables when planning their space. This guide compares shuffleboard...

Todd McClure
Difficult Spaces two piece Shuffleboard Installation

How Large Shuffleboard Tables Are Installed in Basements, Offices & Difficult Spaces

Installing a large shuffleboard table often requires more than just enough room to play. This guide walks through real-world basement, office, condo, and commercial installations...

Todd McClure
craft shop vs industrial Factories

How Manufacturing Changed: From Grand Rapids Furniture Factories to Global Production

Grand Rapids, Michigan was historically known as “Furniture City,” home to hundreds of woodworking factories producing furniture from American hardwoods. Over time, global production and...

Todd McClure
What Commercial Venues Need to Know Before Buying a Shuffleboard Table

What Commercial Venues Need to Know Before Buying a Shuffleboard Table

Buying a shuffleboard table for a bar or brewery is different than buying for a home—and most warranties don’t tell the full story. In this...

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22-foot McClure shuffleboard table inside Flying Pig Tavern & Tap in Blackwood New Jersey

Flying Pig Tavern & Tap A 22-Foot Shuffleboard Table Built for Hospitality

Flying Pig Tavern & Tap’s new Blackwood location features a handcrafted 22-foot McClure shuffleboard table built with a true 3-inch solid hard maple playboard and...

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Rock-Ola Vs American Shuffleboard Playboards

Rock-Ola vs American Shuffleboard Playboards: How Vintage Shuffleboard Tables Were Built

A look back at how early shuffleboard playboards were built, comparing vintage Rock-Ola Manufacturing Corporation tables to early American shuffleboard designs. This article explores the...

Todd McClure
From the Furniture Capital of America to Modern Craft Shops: How American Manufacturing Changed

From the Furniture Capital of America to Modern Craft Shops: How American Manufacturing Changed

Grand Rapids, Michigan, was once known as the Furniture Capital of America, where hardwood forests, skilled craftsmen, and early factories built furniture shipped across the...

Todd McClure
Gameplay, Polymer, and How the Shuffleboard Table Game Changed

Gameplay, Polymer, and How the Shuffleboard Table Game Changed

Modern shuffleboard didn’t always look the way it does today. Playing down the middle emerged as the standard as the game evolved from casual pastime...

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team of shuffleboard table craftsmen

More Than a Craft Shop & The People Behind the Work

What makes a handcrafted shuffleboard table different from a factory-built one? It’s not just materials—it’s the people, process, and accountability behind the work. This article...

Todd McClure
Buy a Shuffleboard Table for your gameroom bring in family fun

Where to Buy a Shuffleboard Table for My Game Room?

Discover where to buy a shuffleboard table for your home, what materials to look for, and how to avoid common pitfalls when choosing between factory‑produced...

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How to Buy a Shuffleboard Table

How to Buy a Shuffleboard Table for Long-Term Value The Best Value in Shuffleboard Tables Isn’t the Cheapest Table

Not all shuffleboard tables in the $4,000–$8,000 range are built the same. This guide explains how materials, construction methods, and playboard design affect long-term value,...

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