How big of a room do I need for a 8ft pool table?

Question

I recently have moved, but I am not sure the best location for a pool table in the new house. What dimensions do I need?

Answer 1

For an 8' Table here is probably the best chart I've seen. (Extracted from Site)

Cue Size         (W x L)

   48" -           12'0 x 15'8

   52" -           12'8 x 16'4

   58" -           13'8 x 17'4

Remember though these are going to be very MINIMUM standards.

Answer 2

we have ours in a single car garage (20X12). Side shots get tight at times but we have 4 foot stick for those.

Answer 3

18' x 14' would be the minimum size room. This gives you 5 feet all the way around the table provided there are no obstructions. A few inches either way wouldn't make too much difference.