Chess Tables Enhance Your Decor

Are you a novice or an experienced chess player? Whether you are experienced or just learning, your game will be enhanced by using a beautiful chess table.

Most beginning chess players practice their skills on a basic chess board using traditional chess pieces. Once you have fallen in love with chess you will soon discover that you want to have your chess pieces readily available. By having your chess pieces displayed on a chess table it is easier to take advantage of the spur of the moment game.

Chess tables are created in many different styles. Do you enjoy playing backgammon as well as chess? Then pick a table that offers chess, checkers and backgammon.

Having little visitors that might harm your precious chess pieces? Keep them safe and convenient by choosing a table that has drawers for storage.

If you are trying to match your chess table to your current decor there are many types of beautiful hardwoods available. High quality chess tables are usually made from maple and walnut or mahogany and briarwood. Many of the tops are inlaid with genuine Italian Alabaster. The majority of chess tables will also have an inlaid mosaic border. I have found that the best quality chess tables will come from Italy, handcrafted by Italian artisans. These tables will add beauty and class to any room regardless of the decor.

There are several different styles to choose from. There are chess tables that have one large pedestal as the base, or a smaller pedestal with 3 or 4 feet. If you like your furniture with a delicate air, choose a table that has 4 thin legs with a storage shelf under the chess board.

When choosing a chess table make sure you consider the size of your chess pieces. The base of a chess piece can range from 1 1/8 inch to 2 3/4 inches. The squares on a chess table will range in size from 1 7/16 inch to 2 1/2 inches. Also note that the height of the table will range from 24 inches to 27 1/2 inches. The width will also vary from 16 inches to 26 inches. So regardless of the order that you purchase your chess equipment just keep in mind that the chess pieces and the table do need to be compatible.

Investing in an Italian made chess table will add a sophisticated focal point to any room.