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  • This DIY Basic, brought to you by Kraft’s Planters Nuts, will provide instructions for creating a unique game room.
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    Whether your passion is baseball, darts or shooting pool consider creating a game room.

    • A common mistake is trying to fit too much into a small space, so plan your room (figure A) according to its use.

    • Ping-pong is a popular choice but it requires nine feet for the table plus room on all sides.

    • Billiards is another fun option; just allow enough room for taking a clear shot.

    • If space is at a premium, consider games such as foosball, bumper pool or multi-game tables (figure B) that convert easily for a variety of games.

    • A dartboard is always a good choice, but locate it in an area away from foot traffic.

    • Adding handmade items that promote your favorite teams and sports (figure C) helps make the room uniquely your own.

    • Don’t forget to save some space for hanging out for the big game.

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    • You should allow a minimum of six feet of space on the ends of a ping-pong table and at least four feet of space on the sides.

    • If there are children in the home, consider installing an electronic dartboard that doesn’t have sharp tipped darts that can cause injury.
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    • The amount of space you'll need for clear shots around your pool table width depends on the size of the table and the length of the cue sticks. Here’s a chart to help with the calculations for your table.
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