Over the past decade there has been a giant surge in the interest of poker
. We see all kinds of games across the country and over the internet; and it is all fueled by television. Since 2003, when Chris Money Maker won the World Series of Poker many wide eyed adults, young and old, thought if he could do it surely they can. This followed with a huge increase in the amount of poker products sold. Poker tables led the pack with several thousand sold over a short period of time.
We know that just about any table is fine for little games at home for weekend parties, but if you want to take your game seriously then you should consider a high quality poker table. These tables offer carved out cup holders and chip placers right in front of each player. Keeping the little things in order is important if you want to keep the game fair. Sometimes chips in front of the player can be confused with the main pot. This is how arguments and fights begin in a home game. Having a chip holder in front assures things like this will not happen. Of course spilling a drink on the cards in the middle of an important hand can be a large problem as well. That is why you will want to have special inserts for your cups. Your poker table is not complete without the green velvet that rests snuggly on top of the table. It definitely adds a sense of authenticity to your game.
Some at home game hosts actually call in an official dealer to run their games for them. This adds an element to the game that you usually can only expect from a casino. Just do not forget to tip your dealer and pay them a nightly fee; and do not take your losses out by badgering the dealer. Nothing can ruin a fun night than someone who is making it hard for the dealer to do his job.
There is a feeling of pride when you invite friends over for a session of poker on your brand new poker table. If you offer a great experience to your guests then they are sure to return. Stay clear of simple plastic table top poker trays that try to simulate a true poker experience. Only a high quality poker table can provide that special feeling.