Antique Convertible Dining Tables

Dual-Height Billiard Tables/Dining Tables have been manufactured since the 1880’s and were available in four sizes 5’ x 2 ½’ (153 x x 76 cm), 6’ x 3’ (183 x 91.5 cm), 7’ x 3 ½’ (214 x107 cm), 8’ x 4’ (244 x 126 cm). It is extremely rare to find original Convertible Tables in larger sizes.

It is extremely important for all good quality Convertible Dining Tables that they are manufactured with precision ground slate beds. It is essential for good accurate playing, for fast response from the cushion and for long term use. Slate beds should be on all convertible dining tables including rollover models. (It has been known that one company manufacture rollover models with a wooden bed – this is not acceptable and play will be distorted in the short term and certainly in the long term). These tables are expensive to purchase and the playing surface must reflect in the quality of the game as well as the appearance of the table. All antique tables were manufactured with slate beds

There were a number of mechanisms to raise and lower the tables from the dining height to the playing height, including rise & fall lift up, wind up and rollover systems. Some of the systems are more fool proof and reliable than others. This information is covered in our reference sheet on Antique Convertible Diners.

Shown on our website is a selection of antique convertible tables which we often have in stock.

Current stock list with illustrations available on request »