The Quick Answer
The playfield, cabinet, and legs decide how a foosball table plays and how long it stays true. Every Barrington foosball table has a laminate-coated playfield, 9 mm or 12 mm thick, an engineered wood cabinet, and adjustable leg levelers. The Allendale, Brooks, and Coventry stand on steel frames, and the Richmond and Irvine on engineered wood legs that level up to 5 in.
Three parts do most of the work in a foosball table: the playfield the ball rolls on, the cabinet that holds the rods, and the legs that keep it all steady. Here's what each one is made of, and how our tables compare.
In this guide: The playfield · The cabinet · Leg styles · Leg levelers · Playfield shape · Shop foosball tables · FAQ
What the Playfield Is Made Of
The playfield sets the speed and roll of the ball. It needs to be flat, smooth, and hard enough to take thousands of shots without wearing in.
- Laminate-coated engineered wood. A dense engineered wood core gives a flat, stable base, and the laminate top keeps the roll smooth, fast, and consistent. It resists scratches and everyday wear. Every Barrington foosball table uses it.
- High-pressure laminate (HPL). Layers of laminate pressed into one rigid sheet. You'll find it on commercial tables built for constant play in bars and clubs.
Thickness matters too: a thicker playfield stays flat across a wider span. Our Allendale and Coventry use a 12 mm playfield, and the rest of our range uses 9 mm.
| Table | Playfield | Playing surface |
|---|---|---|
|
Urban coffee table Compact · 40 in |
9 mm, under a tempered glass top | 30 x 20 in |
|
Brooks Compact · 48 in |
9 mm | 40.25 x 22 in |
|
Allendale Competitive · 56 in |
12 mm | 46.75 x 26.5 in |
|
Coventry Competitive · 58 in |
12 mm | 46.6 x 26.6 in |
|
Richmond Competitive · 58 in |
9 mm | 46.75 x 26.75 in |
|
Irvine Competitive · 58 in |
9 mm | 46.75 x 26.75 in |
Every playfield is laminate-coated engineered wood with sideline ramps.
Laminate playfield. The Irvine
Under tempered glass. The Urban coffee table
The Cabinet: Solid Wood, Engineered Wood, or Metal
The cabinet, sometimes called the mainframe, holds the playfield and the rods. It has to stay rigid when the game gets fast, so the rods run straight and the playfield stays flat.
- Solid wood. Heavy and stable, with a classic furniture look. It costs more, and like any natural wood it responds to changes in humidity.
- Engineered wood. Wood fibers pressed with resin into dense, uniform panels. It resists cracking, takes finishes well, and gives a furniture-grade look at a fair price. Every Barrington foosball cabinet is engineered wood.
- Metal. Steel cabinets show up mostly on commercial tables. They're very strong and very heavy.
| Table | Cabinet finish |
|---|---|
|
Urban coffee table Compact · 40 in |
Birchwood-style apron with a tempered glass top |
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Brooks Compact · 48 in |
Light gray wood grain, with reinforced aprons 7/10 in thick |
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Allendale Competitive · 56 in |
Oak wood design in a warm dark brown |
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Coventry Competitive · 58 in |
Rustic light brown wood grain, with built-in cup holders |
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Richmond Competitive · 58 in |
Dark wood grain |
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Irvine Competitive · 58 in |
Black, with light gray legs |
Leg Styles: Steel Frames and Engineered Wood
The legs carry the table's weight and take the push and pull of every shot. A sturdy base keeps the table from rocking or creeping across the floor during fast play, and it sets the look of the piece as much as the cabinet does.
- Steel. Strong, rigid, and resistant to dents. The Allendale stands on an A-frame, the Brooks on X-legs with mesh covers and a metal connector bar, and the Coventry on H-style legs.
- Engineered wood. Strong, stable and matching cabinet finish. The Richmond and Irvine stand on engineered wood legs, and the Urban coffee table on block legs with a concrete-style finish.
| Table | Legs | Material |
|---|---|---|
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Urban coffee table Compact · 40 in |
Block legs, concrete-style finish | Engineered wood |
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Brooks Compact · 48 in |
Black X-legs with mesh covers | Steel |
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Allendale Competitive · 56 in |
Black A-frame | Steel |
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Coventry Competitive · 58 in |
Black H-style legs | Steel |
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Richmond Competitive · 58 in |
Black legs | Engineered wood |
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Irvine Competitive · 58 in |
Light gray legs | Engineered wood |
Leg Levelers
Floors are rarely perfectly flat. Leg levelers let you raise or lower each corner so the playfield sits level and the ball doesn't drift toward one side or one goal. Every Barrington foosball table has hidden adjustable levelers, built into the legs so they stay out of sight.
| Table | Leveler adjustment |
|---|---|
|
Urban coffee table Compact · 40 in |
0.75 in |
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Brooks Compact · 48 in |
1.5 in |
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Allendale Competitive · 56 in |
1.5 in |
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Coventry Competitive · 58 in |
1.5 in |
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Richmond Competitive · 58 in |
5 in |
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Irvine Competitive · 58 in |
5 in |
To level your table, set it where it will stay, lay a level on the playfield, and turn each leveler until the bubble sits centered both lengthwise and across.
Playfield Shape: Flat Fields and Ramps
- Flat playfield. A level, even surface gives a smooth, predictable roll that new players and regulars both find easy to play
- Sideline ramps. Gently raised edges along the sides roll the ball back into play instead of letting it stop against the wall. Every Barrington foosball table has them.
- Corner ramps. Raised corners in the goal area roll the ball back toward the center, so it never settles in a spot that can't be reached.
Shop Foosball Tables
Compact · 40 to 48 inUrban coffee table and Brooks. Rooms from about 6.5 ft x 7 ft. 
Competitive · 56 to 58 inAllendale, Coventry, Richmond, and Irvine. Rooms from about 9 ft x 7.5 ft. 
All Foosball TablesEvery size and finish in one place.
More Foosball Guides
- How to Choose a Foosball Table
- What Size Foosball Table Do You Need?
- Foosball Rods, Players, and Goalies Explained
- Types of Foosball Tables
- How Long Does a Foosball Table Last?
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best playfield material for a home foosball table?
A laminate-coated engineered wood playfield gives a smooth, fast, consistent roll and holds up to years of games. It's what every Barrington foosball table uses, at 9 mm or 12 mm thick.
Are steel legs better than wood legs on a foosball table?
Both keep the table steady, so it comes down to style. Steel frames give the Allendale, Brooks, and Coventry their classic and industrial looks. The engineered wood legs on the Richmond and Irvine match the cabinet and hold levelers that adjust up to 5 in, the most in our range.
Which Barrington foosball table has the thickest playfield?
The Allendale and Coventry, at 12 mm. The Urban coffee table, Brooks, Richmond, and Irvine use a 9 mm playfield.
How do I keep an engineered wood foosball table in top shape?
Keep it indoors in a climate-controlled room, ideally at 40% to 60% humidity. In a damp basement, a dehumidifier helps. Keep drinks off the playing surface; the Coventry has built-in cup holders for them.
Why does a foosball table need to be level?
So the ball rolls true. If the playfield tilts even slightly, the ball drifts toward one side or one goal. Turn the leg levelers until a level reads flat in both directions.
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