Olhausen Pavilion Shuffleboard Professional Review
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Specification Review #1: Playboard Thickness & Warranty Structure
The Olhausen Pavilion is offered with a standard 1.5″ thick playboard. This measurement includes a 1/4″ poured polymer surface coating applied over the wood substrate. Thicker playboard options may be available as upgrades; however, the polymer finish system remains consistent across configurations.
Playboard thickness and finish type are important factors for buyers to evaluate. Some manufacturers measure total thickness including surface coatings, while others reference solid hardwood thickness alone. Finish systems may influence surface feel, maintenance characteristics, and warranty structure.
Buyers comparing models may wish to confirm:
• Total advertised thickness
• Solid wood thickness beneath the finish
• Type of surface coating used
• Warranty terms associated with the finish system
Specification Review #2: Pricing & Distribution Model
The Olhausen Pavilion is sold through a dealer distribution network. Dealer-based sales models may include regional retail margins, delivery services, and installation support.
When evaluating pricing, buyers may wish to consider how distribution structure, shipping logistics, and retail support services contribute to final cost. Comparing similar price points across brands can provide additional context when assessing overall value.
Specification Review #3: Wood Species Clarification
The Pavilion is offered in maple or oak depending on configuration. Wood terminology can vary by manufacturer, and the term “maple” may refer to either soft maple or hard maple species.
Hard maple (often referred to as rock maple) has a higher density rating on the Janka hardness scale than soft maple and is commonly used in applications requiring greater wear resistance.
Buyers comparing models may wish to confirm:
• Specific maple species used
• Janka hardness rating
• Wood grade and drying process
Upgraded wood species options may be available depending on configuration.
Comparable Alternatives
For buyers evaluating shuffleboard tables in this price range, McClure offers several direct-to-consumer models featuring:
• 18″ or 20″ wide North American hard maple playboards
• 2″ or 3″ thick solid hardwood construction
• Piano-style polyester finish systems
• Lifetime warranty coverage
McClure tables are handcrafted in Michigan and sold directly from the manufacturer. Available models and configurations are shown below.
The McClure Tables Hard Maple Liberty
Our Liberty shuffleboard table is a great entry-level option that complements the decor of most homes and game rooms. Unlike most entry-level tables that are often made with a 16-foot-wide playboard, the Liberty is a full 18-foot-wide. The result is a simple, yet high-quality shuffleboard table that will provide your family and friends with countless hours of entertainment.
- 100% Handcrafted & Made In America
- Playboard is Crafted from North American Hard Rock Maple
- Crafted, Boxed, and Shipped From Our Woodshop in Jenison, Michigan
- Available in 9,12, and 14-foot sizes
- Ready to Ship Immediately
- Or custom-made to order
Customer Experience (2018): Entry-Level Shuffleboard Purchase Comparison
You probably don’t remember me but we spoke on the phone not too long ago. Since we had nenver even seen a shuffleboard table we thought we’d start small (read: cheap) to make sre we like the sport. We found that we love it but we got stuck with an interior Chinese table. They sent us a replacement for free which we’re now sending that one back too. Amazon is paying all costs to get it back to them for a full refund to us. The first table we were told to field destroy. I’m going to take the playing surface out to fashion a bar in the game room.
We received a phone call one day from a customer named Kevin about purchasing climate adjusters for a shuffleboard table he had purchased on Amazon from a company in China. From his descriptions, he was having serious issues with a crooked second table playboard, to which we had to inform him that climate adjusters just won’t fix, unfortunately. We suggested that he returned the table if he could and seek a replacement from the manufacturer. Thanks to the great customer service Amazon offers, they promptly covered the costs to return the table and Kevin received a replacement shuffleboard. To his surprise, he had further issues with this new replacement and Kevin made the decision to send us a follow-up email to inquire about purchasing a McClure shuffleboard table.
A short time after receiving his brand new McClure Patriot table, Kevin reached out with another email to express his love and satisfaction with the shuffleboard table he received. He no longer had any issues as we met his needs, it complimented the room he placed it in, and most importantly, it played just the way he wanted it to. An experience we believe every customer should experience when purchasing a shuffleboard table and what we strive for.
I cannot express enough how much we LOVE our Patriot table. I like the Mocha too, it seems to be a nice contrast to the room. We are 100% satisfied with your service and table. Love how this table plays the way a Shuffleboard Table should. This is our first ‘real’ table experience. Love the slight (20lb paper thick) concave structure, no need for any adjustments.
