How to Choose the Right Cloth Colour for Your Pool Table

Your pool table is often the centrepiece of the games room, and its cloth colour can change the feel of the whole space. Before choosing a shade, look at your table’s wood finish, the colours already in the room and how the cloth looks under your lighting.

Take inspiration from fall 2026.

Rich browns, olive greens and deep blue greens are showing up in this year’s colour palettes. Classic green cloth looks at home beside warm wood and earthy décor, while blue can give a traditional table a fresher feel. If you love a trend, choose a shade you’ll enjoy year-round.

Check the room at different times of day.

Natural light can make cloth look different from the light you use for an evening game. Dark cloth can feel dramatic in a bright room, but a lighter shade may be more comfortable to play on in a dim space. A well-placed pool table light helps illuminate the playing surface evenly.

Moving your table? It may be time for new cloth.

Each move requires the cloth to be removed and reinstalled, and it can only be stretched so many times before it loses its fit. If your table has been moved more than once, ask our team to check its condition. Sanders provides pool table moving and cloth recovery services, so a move can be the perfect opportunity to give your table a fresh look.

Once you’ve chosen your colour, complete your setup with a pool table cover, table brush, balls, cues and other billiards accessories. Bring a photo of your room to Sanders Recreation & Fitness, and we’ll help you find a cloth colour that suits your space and makes you want to play.

Visit Sanders Recreation in London or Barrie

Sometimes the best way to choose a pool table is to play on one.

With two retail locations, Sanders Recreation lets you see different sizes, styles, and brands, including Brunswick, up close and get honest advice from knowledgeable staff.

London Store: 519-686-6633

Barrie Store: 705-725-9676

Explore our full pool table selection online at:

https://playwithsanders.ca/collections/all-brunswick-tables

If you are thinking about adding a pool table to your home, we are happy to help you find the right fit for your space, budget, and lifestyle.