Diagonal Indoor Pool Table: Modern Buying Guide

A pool table has to work as both a functional game surface and a centerpiece for the room. If you're considering the Diagonal Design Indoor Pool Table from RS Barcelona, here's what matters when making this kind of investment.

What Sets a Design Pool Table Apart

Most pool tables are built for function first, appearance second. The Diagonal Design Indoor Pool Table, made by Barcelona-based RS Barcelona, inverts that — the name comes from the diagonal lines of Barcelona's Eixample district, and the table is built to read as a sculptural furniture piece as much as a billiard table. It's part of a broader collection of RS Barcelona design furniture, including convertible ping-pong/dining tables and matching cue racks.

Sizing and Room Clearance

Measure your room before choosing a size. Standard practice calls for at least 5 feet (1.5m) of clearance on all sides for a full cue stroke, a rule referenced across the industry, including by the World Pool-Billiard Association. For an 8-foot table, that generally means a room at least 13 x 16.5 feet, though tighter spaces can work with a shorter cue.

What to Consider Before Buying

• Room clearance — measure first; this determines size more than preference.
• Felt color — darker felts hide wear better; lighter felts read as more contemporary.
• Accessories — a matching cue rack keeps cues organized.
• Multi-use potential — an optional dining top converts the table for meals.

Is It Worth the Investment?

A design pool table at this level is a long-term purchase — the kind of piece that anchors a games room, home bar, or open living space for years. Unlike mass-produced tables, the Diagonal's frame, slate quality, and finish are built to hold their look and playability over time.

Slate vs. Non-Slate Playing Surfaces

Slate beds are the standard for consistent roll and long-term flatness, which is why most design-focused tables, including the Diagonal, use it rather than cheaper composite alternatives. It adds weight and requires professional installation, but it's the main reason a well-built table can play the same after a decade as it did on day one.

Other Design Pool Tables to Compare

If you're comparing, look at the Italian Fas Pendezza range (Cube7, Cubista, and the Etoile 7' pool table / desk), or, for outdoors, the French-made Cornilleau Origin Outdoor Pool Table.

FAQ

How much clearance does an 8-foot table need?
At least 5 feet on all sides for a full cue stroke, though a shorter cue works in tighter rooms.

Can it be used outdoors?
This is the indoor version; RS Barcelona also makes outdoor-rated versions.

Does it come with a dining top option?
Yes, sold separately, converting the table into a full dining surface.

Last updated October 2026.