{"product_id":"hathaway-augusta-8-ft-pool-table-mahogany-finish-with-red-felt","title":"Hathaway Augusta 8-ft Pool Table - Mahogany Finish with Red Felt","description":"\u003c!-- ============================================================\n     GAME ROOM EMPIRE — Product Description\n     Augusta 8-ft Pool Table — Mahogany Finish with Red Felt (BG2527)\n     ============================================================ --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__section\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__label\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"gre-desc__h2\"\u003eHathaway Augusta 8-ft Pool Table \u003cem\u003emahogany finish, 1-in playfield, ball-and-claw legs, full accessory kit.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__grid gre-desc__body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Augusta is Hathaway's traditional 8-ft billiard table, built on a maple veneer cabinet with a multi-step mahogany furniture finish and ball-and-claw leg detail. The playing surface is 88 in L x 44 in W at 1 in thick — a depth that provides consistent ball rebound without the flex and dead-spot variability of thinner playfields. Cabinet dimensions are 100.5 in L x 55 in W x 32.5 in H at 352.5 lb. Ships LTL freight in a single 420 lb carton.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eConstruction includes a 4-in wide finger-jointed support beam system, steel gussets and truss braces, K-55 rubber cushions, and blended nylon felt in red. An impact-resistant anchoring system locks the leg assembly to the cabinet frame. Full accessory kit included: 2 pool cues (57 in), bridge head and stick, ball set, chalk, table brush, and racking triangle. 180-day limited warranty. Rated for ages 8 and up. Assembly approximately 75 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003chr class=\"gre-desc__rule\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__section\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__label\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"gre-desc__h2\"\u003e1-in playfield, finger-jointed support beams, ball-and-claw legs, K-55 cushions.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__body\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3 class=\"gre-desc__h3\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__num\"\u003e01\u003c\/span\u003e1-in Thick Playfield\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe 88 in x 44 in playing surface is 1 in thick engineered wood. At this depth, the surface resists warping under seasonal humidity changes — the primary long-term playability issue on thinner playfields that develop high and low spots over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003ch3 class=\"gre-desc__h3\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__num\"\u003e02\u003c\/span\u003e4-in Finger-Jointed Support Beams\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eFour-inch wide finger-jointed support beams run longitudinally beneath the playfield. Finger joints interlock the beam sections mechanically before adhesive is applied, producing a bond stronger than either material alone — the same joint used in structural lumber for span applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003ch3 class=\"gre-desc__h3\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__num\"\u003e03\u003c\/span\u003eSteel Gusset and Truss Brace System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eSteel gussets at each leg-to-cabinet joint and truss braces across the frame resist the racking forces generated during break shots. A steel anchoring system locks the leg assembly to the cabinet body — preventing the leg-shift that occurs on cheaper tables when the frame settles after assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__body\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3 class=\"gre-desc__h3\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__num\"\u003e04\u003c\/span\u003eK-55 Rubber Cushions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eK-55 profile rubber cushions are the industry standard for residential and light commercial tables. K-55 delivers consistent angle response across the full cushion face, which means rebound angles remain predictable regardless of where the ball contacts the rail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003ch3 class=\"gre-desc__h3\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__num\"\u003e05\u003c\/span\u003eMaple Veneer with Mahogany Multi-Step Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eCabinet exterior is maple veneer finished in a multi-step mahogany stain. Multi-step finishing applies stain and topcoat in separate passes — producing depth and grain clarity that single-pass finishes on MDF laminate cannot replicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003ch3 class=\"gre-desc__h3\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__num\"\u003e06\u003c\/span\u003eBall-and-Claw Leg Detail\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe decorative ball-and-claw foot carving at each leg base is a traditional furniture motif that positions the Augusta as a furniture piece rather than equipment. Leg levelers are integrated into each leg base for compensation on uneven floors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003chr class=\"gre-desc__rule\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__section\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__label\"\u003eBuyer's Guide\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"gre-desc__h2\"\u003e8-ft versus 7-ft pool tables \u003cem\u003ethe room clearance math and game experience difference.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__grid gre-desc__body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe standard competition pool table is 9 ft. The Augusta at 8 ft provides a playfield (88 in x 44 in) close to competition scale — the cue ball travels approximately 7.3 ft before reaching the far rail versus 8.2 ft on a 9-ft table. For most residential game rooms, the 8-ft table is the practical maximum: it requires approximately 168 in of room length and 132 in of room width when you account for 58 in of cue clearance on all four sides.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 1-in playfield on the Augusta is the primary specification distinction between this table and mid-range 8-ft tables, which typically use 0.75 in surfaces. The extra 0.25 in of engineered wood depth adds mass at the playing surface and resists the center-field sag that develops in thinner tables over time. The ball-and-claw leg detail and multi-step mahogany finish are design choices relevant if the table will be visible from adjacent living spaces or a dining room. LTL freight delivery requires a ground-level receiving location and signing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__section gre-desc__section--alt\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__label\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"gre-desc__h2\"\u003eComplete specifications.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__spec-group\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__spec-group-label\"\u003eGeneral\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"gre-desc__spec-list\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003eHathaway\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eItem Number\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003eBG2527\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eUPC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003e672875904990\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003eChina\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003e180-day limited warranty\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eAge Recommendation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003e8 and up\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eAssembly Required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003eYes — approx. 75 min, two-person recommended\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__spec-group\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__spec-group-label\"\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Weight\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"gre-desc__spec-list\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eTable Dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003e100.5 in L x 55 in W x 32.5 in H\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003ePlayfield\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003e88 in L x 44 in W x 1 in thick\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eAssembled Weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003e352.5 lb \/ 160 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__spec-group\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__spec-group-label\"\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"gre-desc__spec-list\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eCabinet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003eMDF, Maple Veneer — Mahogany multi-step finish\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eLeg Style\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003eBall-and-claw detail, with integrated levelers\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eFelt Color\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003eRed (blended nylon)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eCushions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003eK-55 rubber\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__spec-group\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__spec-group-label\"\u003eIncludes\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"gre-desc__spec-list\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eAccessories\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003e2 pool cues (57 in), aluminum bridge head, bridge stick, standard billiard ball set, cue chalk x2, table brush, racking triangle\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__spec-group\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__spec-group-label\"\u003eShipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"gre-desc__spec-list\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eMethod\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003eLTL Freight — 1 box, 420 lb\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__section\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__label\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"gre-desc__h2\"\u003eFrequently asked questions.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__faq\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-q\"\u003eHow much room do I need for an 8-ft pool table?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-a\"\u003eAllow 58 in of cue clearance on all four sides — the standard 57-in cue length plus 1 in to account for stance. That brings the minimum room to approximately 168 in x 132 in (14 ft x 11 ft).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-q\"\u003eIs the surface slate or engineered wood?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-a\"\u003eEngineered wood at 1 in thick. Slate tables typically start at $3,000+; the Augusta's 1-in playfield provides close to slate-level consistency at a residential price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-q\"\u003eWhat type of cushions does this table use?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-a\"\u003eK-55 rubber cushions — the standard profile for residential and light commercial billiard tables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-q\"\u003eDoes this ship by freight or parcel?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-a\"\u003eLTL freight — 420 lb. Requires a receiving signature and ground-level access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-q\"\u003eWhat accessories are included?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-a\"\u003e2 pool cues (57 in), aluminum bridge head, bridge stick, standard ball set, chalk x2, table brush, and racking triangle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-q\"\u003eWhat is the warranty term?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-a\"\u003e180-day limited warranty covering defects in workmanship and materials under normal residential use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!-- end .gre-desc --\u003e","brand":"Hathaway","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51856282485022,"sku":"BG2527","price":1499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/9625\/6030\/files\/an2pllzkozuadiyhp2ad.jpg?v=1778883992","url":"https:\/\/gameroomempire.com\/products\/hathaway-augusta-8-ft-pool-table-mahogany-finish-with-red-felt","provider":"Game Room Empire","version":"1.0","type":"link"}