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Ping-Pong Table Dimensions and the Room You Need
A regulation ping-pong table is 2.74 m long, 1.525 m wide and 76 cm high, with a net 15.25 cm tall. For relaxed play at home, allow a room of about 5.5 x 3.3 m. If you have less space, a compact table of 180 or 220 cm that doubles as a dining table is the practical answer.
What are the official ping-pong table dimensions?
| Measurement | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 2.74 m | 9 ft |
| Width | 1.525 m | 5 ft |
| Height of playing surface | 76 cm | 2 ft 6 in |
| Net height | 15.25 cm | 6 in |
These are the dimensions set by the International Table Tennis Federation, summarised on Wikipedia's table tennis page.
How much room do you need for a ping-pong table?
Add about 1.4 m behind each end and 0.9 m at each side for comfortable home play.
| Table length | Table size | Comfortable room size |
|---|---|---|
| 274 cm (regulation) | 2.74 x 1.525 m | About 5.5 x 3.3 m |
| 220 cm (compact) | Check product page for width | About 5.0 m long |
| 180 cm (small) | Check product page for width | About 4.6 m long |
Competitive players stand further back and need more depth. For family games, the figures above are enough.
Can a ping-pong table be used as a dining table?
Yes, if it is designed for it. A regulation table is 76 cm high, which is within the normal range for dining tables. Design ping-pong tables add a solid top, a removable net and legs that look like furniture, so the table earns its floor space all day.
Three design ping-pong tables that double as furniture
These tables are made to order, so check the delivery time on each product page. See them all in our ping-pong collection.
Spider Ping Pong Table / Office Table
An Italian table from Fas Pendezza that converts to an office table. From €1,750
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220 You & Me Ping-Pong Table / Dining Table
The 220 cm RS Barcelona table and one of our bestsellers. From €3,993
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180 You & Me Ping-Pong Table / Dining Table
The smallest You & Me, at 180 cm, for flats and smaller dining rooms. From €4,961
View productFor a closer look at the 220, read our You & Me 220 ping-pong table buying guide. Planning a full game room? Our pool table room size chart does the same job for pool.
Frequently asked questions
How big is a ping-pong table in feet?
9 ft long, 5 ft wide and 2 ft 6 in high.
Is a smaller ping-pong table still fun to play on?
Yes. A 180 or 220 cm table plays faster and suits family games, though it is not regulation size.
How high is a ping-pong table?
76 cm from the floor to the playing surface.
