BBO Poker Tables Helmsley Poker Table w/ Dining Top
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Overview
The Helmsley breaks from the usual oval with a distinct rectangular poker surface — a BBO exclusive. The rectangular shape seats 8 for poker and reads as a modern dining table, which is why it converts so cleanly when the matching top goes on. It is finished in a sophisticated walnut.
The detail that sets it apart on value: the matching solid wood dining top is included free, not sold separately as it is on most convertible tables.
The playing surface comes in your choice of smooth velveteen or speed cloth, paired with a plush removable armrest carrying built-in 4" cup holders. You can order it with a dealer cutout or a continuous armrest, depending on how your game runs.
At 70" in poker mode and 72" with the dining top, it weighs 145 lbs (205 lbs with the top) and seats 6 for dining. Matching chairs and an optional dealer tray complete the set.
Construction
The Helmsley uses a distinct rectangular playing surface — a BBO exclusive — rather than the standard oval. The straight edges seat 8 for poker and let the table pass as a contemporary dining table once the top is on, which an oval cannot do.
A matching solid wood dining top is included at no extra cost. It is scratch resistant and converts the Helmsley into a sophisticated dining table in seconds, taking the footprint to 72" x 46" and seating 6.
The playing surface is offered in smooth velveteen or speed cloth. Speed cloth lets cards glide for faster dealing; velveteen gives a softer, more traditional surface — choose by how your table plays.
The plush armrest removes for service and carries built-in 4" cup holders. The Helmsley can be ordered with a dealer cutout for a hosted game or a continuous armrest for an even rail — a choice most tables don't offer.
The signature walnut finish anchors the modern look, and the table is fully customizable — playing surface, hardware finishes, armrests, and cup holders — so you can specify a one-of-a-kind build, including premium vinyl armrest options.
A matching chair set is available as an add-on, with solid wood scratch-resistant chairs standing 19 3/4" from floor to cushion top and 19" wide. An optional dealer tray completes the setup for a hosted game.
Buyer's Guide
Most poker tables are oval, which is fine for play but awkward as furniture — an oval dining table is an unusual sight in a home. The Helmsley's rectangular surface is the reason it works as a true 2-in-1: with the top on, it looks like the dining table it actually is, not a disguised game table. If a convertible table has to live in a dining room, shape matters more than any other spec.
Check what's included before comparing prices. Many convertible tables list the dining top as a costly add-on. The Helmsley includes the matching solid wood top, so the published price already covers both functions.
Decide on the armrest layout up front, since it shapes how you play. A dealer cutout suits a hosted game with a fixed dealer; a continuous armrest gives an even rail for a friendly home game. The Helmsley lets you choose, where most tables fix one.
Size it for both roles. It is a more compact table — 70" for poker seating 8, 72" with the top seating 6 — which suits rooms that can't take a 100"-plus table. At 145 lbs (205 with the top) it is a permanent piece, so plan clearance for chairs in both configurations.
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FAQ
Is the dining top really included?
Yes. The Helmsley ships with a free matching solid wood dining top, where most convertible tables sell the top separately. It is scratch resistant and converts the table into a dining surface seating 6.
What shape is the playing surface?
Rectangular — a BBO exclusive. The straight edges seat 8 for poker and let the table read as a modern dining table once the top is fitted.
How many people does it seat?
8 for poker and 6 for dining. It is a more compact table — 70" in poker mode, 72" with the dining top — suited to rooms that can't take a full-length oval.
Can I choose the cloth and armrest style?
Yes. The surface comes in velveteen or speed cloth, and the table can be ordered with a dealer cutout or a continuous armrest. The armrest is removable with built-in 4" cup holders.
Can it be customized?
Yes. The playing surface, hardware finishes, armrests, and cup holders are all customizable, including premium vinyl armrest options and a custom graphic surface.
Are matching chairs available?
Yes, as an add-on. The solid wood, scratch-resistant chairs stand 19 3/4" from floor to cushion top and 19" wide. An optional dealer tray is also available.