Looking For Someone Local To Build Poker Table-Central Massachusetts

[grandgnu]

Hello everyone!

My home games have really taken off (have 12-16 players on a regular basis!) and right now I'm just drapping a felt table cloth over existing tables to give it that casino feel.

But what I really want is a true poker table with a padded rail and all that. Here's what I'm looking for:

OPTION 1: Build a poker table with folding legs and a padded rail (vinyl or whatever you believe is durable and best) Should seat 8 players.

OPTION 2: I have a small dining room table that originally came with four chairs, but we squeezed 7 players onto it yesterday. Just need to add felt and a padded rail to the top and it becomes a dedicated poker table!

If anyone is interested and capable of assisting with this project please let me know which Option you could do, and how much it would cost (materials and labor).

I can build computer systems and overclock them, but I was never good at geometry or shop class, so I don't want to even attempt to build a poker table, I know I'd botch the job. Plus, I don't have all the tools necessary (staple gun, hacksaw, drill, etc.)

Also, if anyone wants to do a trading of skills, I'd be happy to build a computer system for you in exchange for you building the table for me (I pay for the materials for the poker table, you pay for the computer components, I can help with recommendations on which components to choose based on your needs, and then we just provide free labor so we both only pay for materials costs)

I live in Gardner, which is 40 minutes West of Worcester and can be reached at anthonymartino@verizon.net

Thanks!

[Slow Play Ray]

looking for an octagon or hold-em style?

[grandgnu]

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looking for an octagon or hold-em style?

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Looking for a hold em' style table, oval, thanks!

[StephenP]

I would be happy to quote you if you are still looking. Texas Hold'em table with any fabric, color, and railing you want. Custom legs too. I'm based on LI New York and can ship or you can pick up as well.

[grandgnu]

Hey Stephen. Thanks for the response, but the reason I'm looking to have someone local do it is so I can avoid spending 100 bucks extra on shipping. And if I was going to travel I would drive out towards the Boston area, New York would be even further to travel. Thanks anyway though!

[AgentJack]

You may want to take a look at http://www.scottkeen.com/forum/

After reading these forums I built 3 tables by myself.

http://www.barncow.com/pokertable/3tables.jpg

[grandgnu]

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You may want to take a look at http://www.scottkeen.com/forum/

After reading these forums I built 3 tables by myself.

http://www.barncow.com/pokertable/3tables.jpg

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Appreciate the link, I've seen those forums and many other posts about building your own table. It's just not for me. Just like I find building a computer from the ground up easy, while others may not.

I'll stick with metal and aluminum parts and let others handle the measuring and cutting of wood. :P

[AgentJack]

Here is my page

http://www.barncow.com/buildpokertable/

Building Poker tables are a pain though so if you don't mind spending extra to have someone build you one, that would be the best way to go.

[grandgnu]

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Here is my page

http://www.barncow.com/buildpokertable/

Building Poker tables are a pain though so if you don't mind spending extra to have someone build you one, that would be the best way to go.

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Well, I sent out an email to my list of contacts for my home game. One of the newer guys got back to me and is willing to trade labor (i.e. I build him a computer system and he builds me a poker table. We both pay for our own materials/components and don't charge the other labor) woo-hoo!

[Slow Play Ray]

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Well, I sent out an email to my list of contacts for my home game. One of the newer guys got back to me and is willing to trade labor (i.e. I build him a computer system and he builds me a poker table. We both pay for our own materials/components and don't charge the other labor) woo-hoo!

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I've built both - you're getting a bargain! /images/graemlins/wink.gif

[grandgnu]

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Well, I sent out an email to my list of contacts for my home game. One of the newer guys got back to me and is willing to trade labor (i.e. I build him a computer system and he builds me a poker table. We both pay for our own materials/components and don't charge the other labor) woo-hoo!

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I've built both - you're getting a bargain! /images/graemlins/wink.gif

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It does look like a significant amount of work to create a poker table, with all the measurements, etc. While I can build a complete computer within a few hours (also includes obtaining the latest software updates and patches) I also will be applying my knowledge of systems and components to ensure he has a powerful and stable system.

So while he'll likely put in more labor hours, he also has industry-standard materials and less choices to make, while there are a boatload of computer components out there and I need to make sure they're all researched for any possible problems before I build the system.

I think it evens out pretty nicely. /images/graemlins/smile.gif

[Slow Play Ray]

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It does look like a significant amount of work to create a poker table, with all the measurements, etc. While I can build a complete computer within a few hours (also includes obtaining the latest software updates and patches) I also will be applying my knowledge of systems and components to ensure he has a powerful and stable system.

So while he'll likely put in more labor hours, he also has industry-standard materials and less choices to make, while there are a boatload of computer components out there and I need to make sure they're all researched for any possible problems before I build the system.

I think it evens out pretty nicely. /images/graemlins/smile.gif

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I understand all of this, yet I stand firmly by my statement. But hey - I'm not saying it's bad at all; I think it's awesome for you - nice work!! /images/graemlins/cool.gif Hope the table comes out good - be sure to post some pictures when it's done.

[AgentJack]

I also agree that building a poker table is A LOT more work. Normally someone who is not computer savy would do such a trade so I hope you help him out down the road when his computer gets infected with all kinds of spyware and stuff.

I think it is great if you can find someone willing to do a trade.

[grandgnu]

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I also agree that building a poker table is A LOT more work. Normally someone who is not computer savy would do such a trade so I hope you help him out down the road when his computer gets infected with all kinds of spyware and stuff.

I think it is great if you can find someone willing to do a trade.

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Yeah, I provide technical support for the systems. But I try to select components from proven reliable manufacturers. Plus, I install AVG Anti-Virus, Spybot Search & Destroy, Ad-Aware, Zone Alarm Firewall, etc. and make sure EVERYTHING has the latest updates (plus provide info on how to keep them updated and run scans)

[unloaded]

I've built both myself. As long as both agree it is a fair trade. I quit building systems for others though. Mainly because they all assume it comes with free 24/7 tech support. Another reason, its hard to actually build a system cheaper than Dell offers. Most people that approach me now, I suggest Dell's to them unless they want something like a gaming system.

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[Slow Play Ray]

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I've built both myself. As long as both agree it is a fair trade. I quit building systems for others though. Mainly because they all assume it comes with free 24/7 tech support. Another reason, its hard to actually build a system cheaper than Dell offers. Most people that approach me now, I suggest Dell's to them unless they want something like a gaming system.

peace.
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Ditto on the Dell thing; they do have really good deals. I actually bought one myself for my newest computer - guess I'm getting lazy in my old age. People still think I'm 24/7 tech support though, whether I built their system or not.

[grandgnu]

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I've built both myself. As long as both agree it is a fair trade. I quit building systems for others though. Mainly because they all assume it comes with free 24/7 tech support. Another reason, its hard to actually build a system cheaper than Dell offers. Most people that approach me now, I suggest Dell's to them unless they want something like a gaming system.

peace.
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Ditto on the Dell thing; they do have really good deals. I actually bought one myself for my newest computer - guess I'm getting lazy in my old age. People still think I'm 24/7 tech support though, whether I built their system or not.

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Yeah, I hear ya guys. Dell really undercuts ya cause they can buy everything in such bulk. But they also use proprietary components so that even the case isn't standard. It's difficult, nigh impossible to upgrade their systems because of the motherboards and cases they use.

And Dell used to sell people Windows XP systems with frigging 128MB of Ram. So people see the price and think they're getting a great deal, but then Dell wanted another 90 bucks or whatever to get you to 256MB, which is still too weak in my opinion.

And I believe they use Lite-On optical drives, which I find to be loud and less reliable than say Samsung or my favorite Plextor.

But yeah, when I started working IT people would always hit me up with questions (they'd usually start the conversation with "hey, you would know......") So now I charge 30 bucks an hour (a real bargain, the local OEM shop charges 80 bucks an hour!) for my time.

Most of the work I do for people is just cleaning out their systems of spyware, adware and viruses. I'd say about 99% of the population has zero clue about what they're doing and what risks they face with all the crap out there.

But then again, the systems I build you'll actually get someone who speaks English when you call me for tech support. With Dell it's like you're calling Habib at the local 7-11, and they're usually reading from a manual that pretty much says:

"restart your system, ok, get your Dell restore CD's and lose all of your files and data when you reformat and reinstall your system to its original state"

I usually give people a partitioned drive so they can store documents and pictures, etc. and if I have to wipe and reinstall they still retain their old files.